Welfare Officer

Madison Reign Ltd

Job Title: Welfare Officer and Attendance Officer

Location: Secondary School in the Tower Hamlets

Contract Type: Full-Time long term until July 2024 or 2025 £13 – £16 phr Enhanced child workforce DBS required

Reports To: Head of Welfare and Attendance

Key Responsibilities:

1. Attendance Monitoring:
   • Implement and manage the school’s attendance policies and procedures.
   • Monitor and record student attendance, promptly identifying and addressing patterns of absenteeism.
2. Intervention and Support:
   • Conduct home visits and meetings with parents/guardians to address attendance concerns.
   • Collaborate with the school’s welfare team to develop and implement intervention strategies to improve student attendance.
3. Welfare Support:
   • Provide pastoral care and support to students, addressing personal and social issues that may impact attendance and well-being.
   • Work closely with the school’s counselling and well-being team to ensure holistic support for students.
4. Behaviour Management:
   • Implement the school’s behaviour management policies, addressing any behavioural issues affecting attendance.
   • Work collaboratively with teaching staff and parents to foster a positive and inclusive school culture.
5. Record Keeping:
   • Maintain accurate and up-to-date records related to student attendance, welfare concerns, and interventions.
   • Generate reports as required by school leadership and external authorities.
6. Home-School Communication:
   • Establish effective communication channels with parents/guardians regarding attendance matters.
   • Provide regular updates to parents on their child’s attendance and well-being.
7. Collaboration:
   • Collaborate with teaching staff, the well-being team, and external agencies to address the diverse needs of students.
   • Participate in welfare and attendance meetings to discuss strategies, concerns, and improvements.
8. Education and Awareness:
   • Conduct awareness programs and workshops for students, parents, and staff to highlight the importance of regular attendance and its impact on academic success.
9. Policy Compliance:
   • Ensure compliance with statutory requirements related to student attendance and welfare.
   • Stay informed about relevant policies, procedures, and legal obligations.

Qualifications:

Minimum of GCSEs or equivalent qualifications.

Previous experience in attendance monitoring, welfare support, or a related role is desirable.

Skills and Attributes:

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Empathetic and approachable with a genuine interest in student well-being.

Firm but compassionate approach to attendance and behaviour management.

Strong organisational and administrative abilities.

Working Conditions:

Full-time position based on the school’s academic calendar.

Opportunities for involvement in school events and activities.

How to Apply:

Interested candidates are invited to submit their CV and a cover letter to School Email Address with the subject line “Welfare Assistant and Attendance Officer Application – Your Name .”

Application Deadline:

Applications will be accepted until Closing Date , and interviews will be scheduled thereafter.

School Name is an equal-opportunity employer and is committed to fostering diversity and inclusion within the workplace. We encourage all qualified individuals to apply.

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We can provide a wide range of opportunities in schools and other educational institutions, with good rates of pay, at times to suit your needs.

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