Are you a compassionate and proactive professional who is passionate about supporting young people's wellbeing? A supportive school in Ealing is seeking a dedicated Welfare Officer to join its team as soon as possible. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with strong interpersonal skills to provide pastoral support, respond to pupil concerns and help maintain a safe and inclusive school environment.
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Position: Welfare Officer
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Location: Ealing, West London
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Contract: Full-time
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Start Date: ASAP
About the Role
As Welfare Officer, you will support pupils with their pastoral, emotional and welfare needs, working closely with school staff and families to ensure concerns are addressed appropriately. You will play an important role in promoting positive behaviour, encouraging attendance and helping pupils feel safe and supported throughout the school day.
Your responsibilities will include:
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Providing pastoral support to pupils experiencing personal, social or emotional difficulties.
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Responding to welfare concerns and escalating safeguarding issues in line with school procedures.
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Maintaining accurate and confidential records of pupil welfare matters.
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Liaising with parents and carers to discuss concerns and coordinate support.
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Supporting attendance, punctuality and pupil engagement initiatives.
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Working alongside safeguarding and pastoral teams to identify pupils requiring additional assistance.
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Promoting positive relationships, inclusion and student wellbeing across the school.
What We're Looking For
The ideal candidate will be approachable, organised and confident handling sensitive situations professionally.
Applicants should have:
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Previous experience in a welfare, pastoral, safeguarding or school support role.
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Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
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An understanding of safeguarding procedures and confidentiality.
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Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
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The ability to remain calm and respond appropriately to challenging situations.
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A genuine commitment to pupil welfare and personal development.
Experience working within a school or educational setting would be advantageous.
What the School Offers
This role provides an opportunity to make a positive difference to pupils' daily experiences and wider development. You will work collaboratively with school staff to support vulnerable pupils, strengthen pastoral provision and contribute to a welcoming environment where students can thrive.
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