Attendance & Inclusion Officer: Transforming Belonging

Kettering Science Academy; Kettering; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

Kettering Science Academy is seeking an Education Welfare Officer to join our inclusion and safeguarding team. The role focuses on improving attendance, reducing persistent absence, and removing barriers to learning for students at the academy.

We seek a committed, relational practitioner who works with families, students, and external agencies, supporting attendance through belonging, early intervention, and shared responsibility.

Responsibilities

• Building strong relationships with students and families, including home visits where appropriate
• Monitoring attendance data and identifying patterns of concern
• Working closely with pastoral teams, safeguarding staff, and senior leaders
• Liaising with external agencies including the Local Authority, Early Help, and social care
• Supporting statutory processes where required, with professionalism and care
• Contributing to a culture where attendance is everyone's business

Job description

Kettering Science Academy is seeking an Education Welfare Officer to join our inclusion and safeguarding team. The role focuses on improving attendance, reducing persistent absence, and removing barriers to learning for students at the academy.

We seek a committed, relational practitioner who works with families, students, and external agencies, supporting attendance through belonging, early intervention, and shared responsibility.