Attendance Lead & Family Support Officer (Maternity Cover)

Outwood; Wakefield; On-site; GBP 33,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

A local educational institution in Wakefield is seeking a highly motivated Education Welfare Officer to lead attendance strategies and support vulnerable students. This senior role involves managing a small team, implementing policies, conducting home visits, and using data analysis to improve attendance. The ideal candidate will have proven experience in a managerial role, strong IT skills, and excellent communication abilities. This position offers a competitive salary and is maternity cover until November 2026.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a managerial or senior attendance/welfare role.
• Strong IT skills, specifically with Microsoft Office and Google Workspace.
• Excellent communication, organisation, and resilience in a busy environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead the attendance strategy and manage a small team.
• Implement attendance policies and provide targeted support to students and families.
• Conduct home visits and manage associated processes.
• Analyse attendance data to identify at-risk students.

Skills

Managerial experience

Strong IT skills

Excellent communication

Organisational skills

Resilience

Valid UK driving licence

Tools

Microsoft Office

Google Workspace

Job description

A local educational institution in Wakefield is seeking a highly motivated Education Welfare Officer to lead attendance strategies and support vulnerable students. This senior role involves managing a small team, implementing policies, conducting home visits, and using data analysis to improve attendance. The ideal candidate will have proven experience in a managerial role, strong IT skills, and excellent communication abilities. This position offers a competitive salary and is maternity cover until November 2026.