Education, Attendance and Welfare Officer

The Progress Group; Manchester; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 31,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discounted gym memberships

Wellbeing app access

Counselling support

Generous holidays and foster carers' /

Flexibility where possible

MiRewards discounts

Weekly senior leadership drop-ins

Annual group conference

Job summary

Progress Schools is seeking an Education, Attendance and Welfare Officer to support pupils, families and staff with attendance, safeguarding and welfare concerns. The role emphasises wellbeing, inclusion and timely interventions within a school setting.

The position is full-time, term-time only with 10 flexible days, working 8:30am–4:30pm to align with school hours and exam periods. A strong commitment to pupil-centred support is essential.

Qualifications

• Academic background in Business Administration (desirable).
• Safeguarding qualification (desirable).
• Experience in school or business administration.
• Knowledge of equality of opportunity, safeguarding, child protection and inclusion issues in schools with high levels of vulnerable children.
• Aptitude for solving problems and making effective decisions.
• Commitment to promoting equality, diversity, safeguarding, wellbeing and British values.
• Effective time management for planning, delivery and assessment.

Skills

Communication

Problem solving

Time management

Equality & diversity

Education

Business Administration qualification

Safeguarding qualification

Job description

Join us as a Education, Attendance and Welfare Officer: Empower Futures!

Salary: £28,000

Full time: 8:30am – 4:30pm

Term Time only + 10 days flexible required to work (exam results day etc.)

Do you want to work for a company where wellbeing is more than a word, it’s a commitment? Somewhere where the person matters as much as the professional?

Well at Progress Schools, that’s just the approach we take.

Our top-notch benefits go beyond the basics—enjoy access to discounted gym memberships, a free wellbeing app that is jam packed with fitness, yoga and mindfulness resources and dedicated counselling support. And because we know your passion is with pupils and not paperwork, we do everything we can to reduce the amount of surplus admin too.

Your work-life balance matters. That’s why we offer generous holidays, additional leave for foster carers and flexibility wherever possible.

And why do we do this? Because when you thrive, so do our students. So we want to invest in your personal and professional growth as much as we do the young people who attend our schools.

• Professional Development: Support for professional qualifications, in-house training, including paid qualifications. Last year we invested approx. £3.5k per colleague!
• Financial Security: Death in Service Insurance providing four times your salary.
• Family-Friendly Policies: Enhanced Maternity/Paternity Leave.
• Health and Wellbeing Cashback: Access to Medicash for you and your dependants, covering the costs of eye tests, optical, dental, prescriptions, and holistic treatments up to £900 annually.
• Recognition Awards: Monthly, Quarterly, and Annual Recognition Awards.
• Referral Bonus: £500 for referring top talent.
• Exclusive Discounts: MiRewards benefits platform, offering loads of discounts and rewards
• Weekly drop ins with Senior Leaders: Connect, clarify and communicate with weekly drop-ins with our Managing Director and organisation SLT
• Group Connection: Annual Group conference and a comprehensive benefits review.

What are we looking for from you?

• Academic Background: Business Administration relevant qualification (desirable), Safeguarding qualification (desirable)
• Experience: Experience in school or business administration.
• Knowledge: Equality of opportunity, safeguarding, child protection and inclusion issues and how they can be addressed effectively in schools with high levels of vulnerable children
• Problem-Solving: Aptitude for solving problems and making effective decisions.
• Communication: Professional communication with students and staff.
• Promotion of Values: Commitment to promoting equality, diversity, safeguarding, wellbeing, and British values.
• Time Management: Effective time management for planning, delivery, and assessment.

About The School

Progress Schools is part of The Progress Group, the Group is made up of six business units, each of which aspires to innovate, influence, and inspire others through high-quality and purposeful education and training. Progress Schools is a national group of 13 independent OFSTED-regulated schools.

Diversity and Inclusion Statement:

The Progress Group is an Equal Opportunities Employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunities regardless of age, sexual orientation, gender, pregnancy, religion, nationality, ethnic origin, disability, medical history, skin colour, marital status, genetic information, or parental status. All employment decisions are based on merit, job requirements, and business needs.

Safeguarding Statement:

We are committed to safeguarding and protecting all children and young people by implementing robust safer recruitment practices. For details of our commitment to safer recruitment please visit our website for further information.

Note:

We are unable to provide Visa sponsorship for this role.

Progress Schools is a nationally based, alternative education provider with independent secondary schools located throughout England. We provide high-quality, supportive, and inspirational teaching to 11 – 16-year-olds at Key Stage 3 and 4. Our bespoke approach ensures positive progression either back into mainstream education, or into the world of further education, work-based learning, or employment when leaving us in Year 11.