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Safeguarding and Attendance Officer

Outwood Grange Academies Trust
Scunthorpe Full-time
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Role: Safeguarding \& Attendance Officer

Academy: Outwood Junior Academy Brumby

Start Date: 01/09/2026

Salary (Actual Salary): £22,328\.79 \- £23,071\.00 (Grade 7\)

Working Pattern: Full Time

Are you skilled in both driving attendance improvement and managing complex child protection issues? Join us as a Safeguarding \& Attendance Officer, where you will provide crucial support to the Senior Leadership Team by ensuring both statutory safeguarding compliance and strategic attendance improvement are achieved. This role is vital, requiring a high degree of specialist knowledge and the ability to liaise professionally and effectively across all external agencies.

Welcome from the Principal:

As Principal, I am really proud to be able to introduce you to our academy. We are a large four form entry Junior School situated in Scunthorpe, an industrial garden town at the heart of North Lincolnshire. We are driven by a relentless pursuit of excellence and an unwavering belief in the potential of every child. We put children first and go above and beyond to support our wonderful pupils, families and community in any way we can.

Our staff are kind, collaborative, supportive and build excellent relationships. They are dedicated and passionate and they go above and beyond to make a difference in the lives of our pupils. They are motivated by a shared belief in the transformative power of education and a deep\-rooted commitment to our community. We are constantly striving to improve our practice and provide the very best learning experience for every child. We pride ourselves on our high expectations for pupils.

We are extremely proud to be part of the Outwood Family, a Trust renowned for its commitment to transforming lives and raising standards. If you share our passion for making a real difference in the lives of young people, we would be delighted to welcome you to our team.

When visitors come to our school, they often comment on the wonderful atmosphere in the academy. It is such a lovely, calm and purposeful place to work. Come and see us in action and see if we are the right employer for you.

I look forward to meeting you.

If you have any questions or would like to visit the school, please contact Nic Mullooly at n.mullooly@outwood.com


Outwood Grange Academies Trust (OGAT) places staff development at the heart of its strategy to deliver excellence, aiming to recruit, develop, and retain the best staff through the Outwood Institute of Education (OIE).

What will we do for you?We offer a supportive package focusing on professional advancement, secure benefits, and work\-life balance:

  • Secure Pay \& Pension: Competitive salary, automatic pay progression, and enrolment in the Local Government Pension Scheme.

  • Training \& Progression: Access to diverse CPD opportunities, including apprenticeships and vocational qualifications.

  • Flexibility \& Leave: Flexible family policies, enhanced occupational benefits (with no qualifying period), and 25 days holiday, plus bank holidays for non\-term time staff. *(Holiday for part\-time staff is calculated on a pro\-rata basis)*

  • Wellbeing \& Perks: Dedicated mental well\-being strategy, free on\-site parking, employee discounts, and access to a comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme.
If you are looking for a rewarding, supportive role where you can truly make an impact, we encourage you to apply now.
  • *'Apply' to access the working links on the Outwood Careers page*
*Please note, we reserve the right to close advertisements early, either on the advertised closing date, or sooner if required.*

*Outwood Grange Academies Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All appointments are made in accordance with safer recruitment practices and the statutory guidance in Keeping Children Safe in Education. Online checks will be carried out on all shortlisted candidates, and all appointments are subject to an enhanced DBS check, satisfactory references and checks regarding suitability to work with children.*

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