At a Glance
- Tasks: Champion school attendance and safeguard children by supporting families and schools.
- Company: Join St Helens Council, a leading fair employer dedicated to community welfare.
- Benefits: Enjoy competitive pay, training opportunities, and a supportive work environment.
- Other info: Diverse and inclusive workplace with excellent career progression opportunities.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in children's lives while working in a fulfilling public sector role.
- Qualifications: Full driving licence and a passion for supporting education and safeguarding.
The predicted salary is between 31500 - 38500 £ per year.
Two Education Welfare Officer posts have become available within the Education Welfare Service: 1x permanent and 1x fixed term for 12 months. The Education Welfare Service is a statutory service that offers quality provision to children, their families, and schools. The service aims to enable children and young people to benefit from the educational opportunities available. This can be through supporting families to resolve any problems of non-attendance or increasing education from reduced timetables to accessing opportunities full-time.
This is an exciting time to become part of the EWS team, due to the implementation of new legislation and priorities. This Authority is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment by supporting schools with welfare concerns, as well as having their own professional curiosity and acting upon it appropriately. Candidates must also possess a full driving licence and have access to a vehicle.
We are seeking a committed and proactive Education Welfare Officer to join our team. The successful candidate will work closely with schools, families, and external agencies to promote regular school attendance, safeguard children, and support pupils in overcoming barriers to learning. This is an exciting opportunity to join the Education Welfare team to support working together to improve school attendance legislation and safeguarding children in education.
We encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds, who share our values, our commitment to inclusion, and who will help us on our journey to transform our organisation. The Council guarantees an interview to disabled applicants who demonstrate that they meet the essential criteria for the job, as detailed on the Person Specification, and will, for qualifying disabled candidates, make reasonable adjustments within selection.
Education Welfare Officer — Champion Attendance & Safeguarding in St Helens employer: St Helens Council
St Helens Council is an excellent employer for aspiring Early Years Practitioners, offering a supportive work culture that prioritises children's learning and development. With opportunities for professional growth and a commitment to high-quality education, employees can thrive in a nurturing environment while making a meaningful impact in the community. The council's focus on collaboration with teaching staff ensures that every practitioner is equipped to succeed in their role.
