Role: Education Welfare Officer/Attendance Manager
Academy: Outwood Academy City Fields
Start Date: 01/11/2026
Salary (Actual Salary): £ 29,309 to £31,626
Working Pattern: 37 Hours per Week, Term Time Plus Five Days
Are you a proactive leader ready to strategically influence student outcomes through maximizing attendance? Join us as an Education Welfare Officer/Attendance Manager, where you will lead the attendance team and drive whole-school strategies to significantly improve student attendance and educational access. This senior position requires legislative expertise, exceptional interpersonal skills, and the capacity to engage families constructively, often in complex situations, to prioritize student access to learning.
Welcome from the Principal:
Being part of Outwood Academy City Fields means bringing high-quality opportunities and experiences to our diverse, multicultural school in the heart of Wakefield.
We seek someone who can provide meaningful engagement and help all students, staff, and visitors thrive. Anyone taking on this role should be prepared to challenge themselves to meet the needs of our diverse community.
As Ofsted noted, our actions are directed and guided by putting ‘students first.’ Leaders set a strong example of high ambition, which is mirrored by all staff. We want the very best for our pupils in whatever walk of life they engage in.
We hope you can join us on our journey!
To view the Support Staff Recruitment Booklet, click here
If you have any questions or would like to visit the school, please contact Ann Jarrett, Business Manager at [email protected]
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Outwood is a leading provider of educational services, operating a network of schools and academies.