Apply directly to jobs in best companies
Search Companies / Jobs

Education Welfare Officer at Outcomes First Group
London, United Kingdom


Job Descrption
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/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: Croydon/Sep24
Closing date: 30th September 2024

Complete form below to directly Send your CV / Linkedin Profile to Education Welfare Officer at Outcomes First Group.
@
You will receive all responses from employer on this email
Example: Application for the post of 'Accountant'
Example: Introduce your self and give purpose of your application
*All fields are mandatory.
OUTCOMES FIRST GROUP
8 jobs found
Dance Teacher at Outcomes First Group
London, United Kingdom
Secondary SEN Teacher (Hiring Immediately) at Outcomes First Group
London, United Kingdom
Education Welfare Officer at Outcomes First Group
London, United Kingdom
Dance Education Specialist (Hiring Immediately) at Outcomes First Group
London, United Kingdom
Dance Teachers at Outcomes First Group
London, United Kingdom
SEN Secondary School Educator (Hiring Immediately) at Outcomes First Group
London, United Kingdom
Primary Teacher (Hiring Immediately) at Outcomes First Group
London, United Kingdom
Senior Teaching Support Assistant (Hiring Immediately) at Outcomes First Group
London, United Kingdom
1