At a Glance
- Tasks: Support student attendance and welfare, ensuring a safe and inclusive environment.
- Company: Join Bourne Education Trust, transforming education and changing lives.
- Benefits: Generous pension, holiday entitlement, wellbeing support, and discounts on everyday spending.
- Other info: Flexible hours, ongoing training, and a culture of collaboration and inclusivity.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in students' lives while enjoying a supportive work-life balance.
- Qualifications: First Aid qualification and a commitment to safeguarding children.
The predicted salary is between 33865 - 41391 £ per year.
We are seeking an Attendance and Welfare Assistant to join The Arnewood School, part of Bourne Education Trust. Bourne Education Trust (‘BET’) is a successful multi-academy trust made up of twenty-four schools (plus eight further associate schools), across primary, secondary and specialist school phases. BET's strapline "Transforming schools...changing lives" reflects our shared belief that all children, regardless of context or background, deserve a great education.
Details:
- Position: Attendance & Welfare Assistant
- Contract: Term time (37 weeks per year), permanent
- Start Date: ASAP
- Hours: 3 days per week (must include Monday and Tuesday), 8.30am to 3pm. 18 hours per week excluding unpaid 30-minute breaks
- Condensed school year with two-week half term in October
Key responsibilities include:
- Two days per week will be dedicated to attendance-related responsibilities with one day per week allocated to providing welfare support
- Monitor daily attendance and punctuality using the school's Management Information System (MIS)
- Identify and investigate unexplained absences promptly
- Contact parents/carers regarding first-day absences and ongoing attendance concerns
- Deliver First Aid to students and staff as required, assessing and responding appropriately to illness or injury
Essential requirements include:
- Ability to demonstrate an awareness, understanding and commitment to the protection and safeguarding of children
- Hold a recognised First Aid qualification (or be willing to obtain this upon appointment)
- Ability to demonstrate medical and care skills or work experience in a medical or care setting
Our Culture At Bourne Education Trust, we value colleagues who are:
- Reflective, optimistic and aspirational
- Collaborative and innovative
- Committed, engaged and professional
- Advocates for equality and inclusivity
The closing date for this vacancy is the 30th November 2026. However, we strongly recommend applying early to have the best possible chance of being considered. Applications will be considered on receipt, and we retain the right to amend the closing date and withdraw this vacancy if we have received sufficient applications.
Bourne Education Trust are committed to safeguarding and protecting the welfare and safety of its staff and pupils, and follows safeguarding interview procedures. We expect all candidates to meet the highest standard of safeguarding and successful applicants will be required to undertake an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.
Bourne Education Trust is committed to equality of opportunity for all colleagues, pupils and other stakeholders. Applications from individuals are encouraged regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief and marriage and civil partnerships.
If you require the applicant job pack to be supplied in a different format, please don't hesitate to contact us and we will do our best to provide a suitable alternative.
Reasonable adjustments to the shortlisting process: Bourne Education Trust is proud to be a Disability Confident Employer and no applicant will be disadvantaged due to a disability. All candidates who are disabled, as defined by the Equality Act 2010 and who meet the minimum essential requirements will be offered an interview.
For further information about this vacancy please contact us using Ref: AWA1126.
Attendance and Welfare Assistant in New Milton employer: Bourne Education Trust
Bourne Education Trust is an exceptional employer, offering a collaborative and supportive work culture that prioritises professional development and employee growth. With a focus on providing strong financial leadership within the education sector, employees benefit from meaningful work that directly impacts the future of students across the UK, alongside competitive remuneration and a commitment to work-life balance.
