Attendance & Welfare Officer
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Full-time
08:30 – 16:00
Primary School
Enfield (EN1)
Temp to Perm
A welcoming and well-organised primary school in Enfield is looking for an experienced Attendance & Welfare Officer to join their busy school office. The successful candidate will take responsibility for admissions and attendance administration, ensuring pupil records and school data are accurate, up to date and processed efficiently.
The RoleWorking as part of the school administration and pastoral team, you will be responsible for the day-to-day administration of pupil attendance, welfare and first aid. You will work closely with teaching staff, parents/carers and senior leadership to ensure attendance is accurately monitored and pupils receive appropriate support with their health, wellbeing and welfare needs.
The successful candidate will be a key point of contact for pupils who require first aid during the school day and will act as the first port of call for student first aid. A current First Aid Certificate is essential for this role.
The school is looking for someone who is highly organised, caring and confident working with children, parents/carers and confidential information. Previous experience within a school office, attendance or pastoral environment would be advantageous.
Key responsibilities will include:
Managing the day-to-day administration and monitoring of pupil attendance.
Monitoring attendance information, identifying concerns and following up unexplained or persistent absence in line with school procedures.
Communicating with parents/carers regarding attendance, punctuality, absence and welfare concerns.
Maintaining accurate attendance, pupil welfare and safeguarding-related records.
Acting as the first port of call for pupil first aid, providing appropriate first aid care and responding calmly and confidently to minor injuries and illness.
Ensuring first aid incidents are accurately recorded and parents/carers are informed where appropriate.
Monitoring pupil welfare and raising concerns with the appropriate member of the pastoral or senior leadership team.
Supporting pupils who are unwell or require assistance during the school day, ensuring appropriate procedures are followed. xgikmsk
Liaising with teaching staff and senior leaders regarding attendance, welfare and individual pupil needs.
Supporting the school with attendance-related administration and communication wit...
Attendance & Welfare Officer employer: Philosophy Education
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