Education Welfare Officer

Full Job Description

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

Education Welfare Officer

Location: Southwark, London and surrounding area (close to Borough Station)

Part Time: 22.5hrs per week, Term Time only - School Based

Contract: Fixed Term Contract

Salary: £32,000 per annum (pro rata)

This is an exciting opportunity for a passionate individual looking to influence a positive change. WPA Education Welfare Services are seeking to recruit an Education Welfare Officer to provide support in our schools in Southwark.

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 licence 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:

• Discounted shopping
• Access to Benefit Hub
• Life assurance

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/job-application-pack or download the application pack.

*WPA reserves the right to interview and appoint the right candidate so early applications are encouraged.

Reference ID: Southwark/Oct24