Education Welfare Officer

Full Job Description

WPA Education Welfare Services
01689 843322
www.school-attendance.org.uk
 

Education Welfare Officer
Location: Croydon and surrounding area
Full Time: 5 days, 37.5hrs per week, Term Time only - School Based
Salary: £30,000
Plus benefits: Pension scheme, Access to Benefit Hub
 

This is an exciting opportunity for a passionate individual looking to influence a positive change. WPA Education 
Welfare Services are expanding therefore seeking to recruit Education Welfare Officers to work in Croydon and the 
surrounding area.
 

The successful candidate will be expected to provide welfare support to families and schools where there are issues 
affecting school attendance. Education Welfare Officers regularly liaise with schools, parents and other agencies to 
provide support as necessary. Therefore, candidates must have strong inter-personal skills and the ability to problem 
solve.
 

Candidates are expected to complete reports for schools and therefore the role requires a high standard of 
communication both verbally and in written form.
 

The role may involve carrying out home visits so candidates must have a valid driving license and have access to a 
vehicle. The successful candidate must also be able to adapt to working in different environments and be able to 
work under pressure and to deadlines.
 

SKILLS

• Excellent interpersonal skills.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Ability to liaise with Headteachers and other Senior Staff.
• Mediation Skills.

Ability to use IT including Word and Excel.
 

APTITUDE

• Have a proven track record for delivering a service that enables pupils to receive their entitlement to education.
• Support families, pupils in addressing all attendance matters and where necessary, enforcing relevant legislation to 
  ensure that pupils have the opportunity to improve outcomes.
• Be an experienced professional with the ability to reduce absence and increase attendance and achievement.

Have the acquired skills to ascertain information relating to safeguarding and a child’s welfare and to contribute to 
risk assessment and the decision-making process.
 

Benefits:

•  Company pension
• Discounted shopping 
• Access to Benefit Hub
   

The post holder must have a full driving license and use of a car.
 

We welcome applications from all interested candidates, who feel that they can add value to this role. Candidates 
wishing to apply for this role are requested to follow the link https://www.school-attendance.org.uk/726/jobapplication-pack or download the application pack.
 

*WPA reserves the right to interview and appoint the right candidate so early applications are encouraged.
Reference ID: Croydon/Sep24
Closing date: 30th September 2024