Attendance Support Assistant

Salary: £25,992 - £27,269 per annum (G04)

Work base: Conwy Schools

We are looking for a motivated individual with good interpersonal skills who enjoys working with young people and helping overcome difficulties at school and barriers to school attendance.
The post relies upon the ability to build relationships with learners whilst having a sound understanding of the issues which cause persistent absenteeism. The work will involve both one to one and group work.

The post holder will also complete home visits and escorts in order to help families to improve their children's school attendance. The ability to work as part of a team and to communicate with various professionals within school and partner agencies is key. The Local Authority is committed to promoting the wellbeing of its children and families.

Due to the nature of the post the successful candidate will be subject to a disclosure by the Disclosure and Barring Service

Manager details for informal discussion:

Ffion Hughes, Acting Team Manager

( Ffion.hughes@conwy.gov.uk / 01492 575032 )

Welsh Language Skills: The ability to communicate in Welsh is desirable for this post. We are committed to our Welsh language and are proud of our Welsh culture. We welcome applications in both Welsh and English and application forms received in either language will not be treated less favourably than each other.

We're passionate about supporting and encouraging you to use your Cymraeg whatever your level. We offer free classes at all levels, in-person and on-line to support you.

Conwy is committed to safeguarding. Qualifications and references will be verified.

We're committed to developing a diverse workforce and inclusive teams that embrace a wide range of voices, experiences, perspectives and backgrounds. Creating a workplace that is welcoming and where everyone feels they belong ensures we can deliver great services.

We welcome and encourage applicants from all backgrounds and experiences.

We are a Disability Confident Employer. If you have declared a disability in your application, we guarantee an interview if you evidence that you meet the essential criteria of the job in your application (requirements marked with an 'E' on the Person Specification).

We are happy to provide reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process (and in employment) where possible. We encourage you to request adjustments. To do this please contact the manager named above to discuss your needs and potential support. There are options to apply via different formats, please contact the HR Team on 01492 576129 to discuss how we can support you. These requests will not put you at any disadvantage.

Mae'r ffurflen hon ar gael yn Gymraeg hefyd.