At a Glance
- Tasks: Support students' attendance and wellbeing through direct engagement and home visits.
- Company: The King Edmund School, a vibrant secondary school in Essex.
- Benefits: Free parking, on-site gym, swimming pool, and extensive support programmes.
- Other info: Join a diverse team committed to safeguarding and promoting children's welfare.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in young people's lives while developing your skills.
- Qualifications: Experience in education or social care with strong communication skills.
The predicted salary is between 30000 - 40000 £ per year.
Position Start Date: Immediate
Contract Type: Part-time
Contract Term: Permanent
Application Close: 03/08/2026 Midday
Date of Interviews: Shortly following the closing date
Contract type: Part-Time | 42.8 weeks per year - Term-Time only plus September INSET day
Working Hours: Mon-Thu 07:30-16:00, Fri 07:30-15:30 - 37 hours per week with 1hr unpaid for lunch each day
Are you passionate about making a difference to the lives of young people? Do you have a keen eye for detail and excellent administrative skills? The King Edmund School - a thriving secondary school set in a vibrant community is seeking a dedicated Education, Welfare & Attendance Officer to join our supportive team. You'll play a vital part in ensuring every student attends school regularly and on time. We are determined to become the school of choice in Essex - a place where every young person is challenged, supported, and inspired to thrive. This isn't a dream - it is a promise and you will be at the centre of delivering and creating this.
The Role
- Work directly with students and families to improve attendance and wellbeing
- Conduct home visits (not outsourced) and manage a caseload of complex attendance cases
- Liaise with external agencies and prepare cases for legal proceedings
- Play a key role in safeguarding, including identifying and reporting child protection concerns
- Use a therapeutic and empathetic approach to support our most vulnerable families
We are looking for someone with experience in education, social care, or similar fields, who is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. Strong communication, organisational and interpersonal skills are essential.
Benefits
- The school offers an extensive support programme, including mentor/buddy system, Initial Teacher Training support for Early Career Teachers (ECTs) or for those seeking Qualified Teacher Status (QTS / QTLS), a system of twilight training sessions, as well as excellent development opportunities.
- Staff benefits include free car parking, on-site gymnasium and swimming pool as well as staff recognition schemes.
The King Edmund School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All appointments will be subject to a satisfactory completion of safeguarding checks. The King Edmund School is committed to creating a diverse workforce. We'll consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to sex, race, religion, belief, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, pregnancy, maternity, age, disability, marriage, or civil partnership. All appointments are subject to safer recruitment requirements to ensure the safeguarding of children and young people. All positions will involve appropriate checks and clearances.
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