Education Welfare Assistant x2

Kirklees Metropolitan Council; Newport; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 31,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual leave 32 days + public holidays

Local Government pension scheme

Discounted Solent ferry travel

Cycle to work scheme

Relocation scheme up to £8,000 may be

Travel allowance may be available

Job summary

The Isle of Wight Council is seeking two Education Welfare Assistants to support attendance, missing education and exclusions within the Education Welfare Service. The role is office-based with some agile or remote working and involves contact with schools, the public and partner agencies.

Applicants should have four GCSEs (English and Maths) at grade 4/C or above and may hold a relevant professional qualification. A driving licence is required; travel across the Island is expected.

Qualifications

• Minimum four GCSEs (Grade 4/C or above) including English and Maths.
• Flexible, well-organised and able to work under pressure.
• Full valid driving licence and access to a vehicle for work purposes.
• Ability to communicate effectively with the public, schools and partner agencies.

Responsibilities

• Support the Local Authority in discharging statutory duties re attendance and exclusions.
• Contribute to safeguarding processes as appropriate.
• Contribute to ongoing development of the Education Welfare Service.
• Face-to-face, telephone and online contact with service users.

Skills

Communication

Safeguarding

Organisation

Interpersonal skills

Public engagement

Education

GCSEs including English & Maths

Professional qualification desirable

Job description

This role is office-based; however, it also offers some agile or remote working

We are seeking to employ two Education Welfare Assistants to work within the Education Welfare Service, supporting the Local Authority in discharging its statutory duties in relation to school attendance, children missing education and exclusions.

The post holder will be expected to:

• Support the Local Authority in discharging its statutory duties in relation to school attendance, children unable to access school, children missing education and exclusions.
• Contribute to safeguarding processes as appropriate.
• Contribute to the ongoing development of the Education Welfare Service.

The successful applicant will have the ability to communicate effectively at all levels with the public, schools, partner agencies and colleagues on sensitive and complex issues. The role will involve both face-to-face and telephone and online contact with service users.

Candidates must have a minimum of four GCSEs (Grade 4/C or above), or equivalent qualifications, including English and Mathematics. It is desirable that applicants hold a relevant professional qualification and have experience of working with the general public.

You will need to be flexible, organised and able to work under pressure. The ability to manage competing priorities and work to tight deadlines is essential. You will also be self-motivated and possess excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

The successful applicant must hold a full, valid driving licence and have access to a vehicle for work purposes, as regular travel across the Island will be required.

For further information or an informal discussion, please contact Dave Edmonds, Team Leader, on 01983 823151.

Join #TeamIWC and you’ll receive our staff benefits package, including:

• Annual leave entitlement of 32 days p/a PLUS public holidays!
• Local Government pension scheme
• Discounted Solent ferry travel
• Island bus network discount
• Cycle to work scheme
• Staff parking permit scheme
• Discounted island sports & leisure gym membership
• National and local discounts & benefits schemes
• Relocation scheme of up to £8,000 may be available for some roles (subject to criteria)
• Travel allowance may be available if commuting from the mainland (subject to criteria)

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Company: Isle of Wight Council

Salary: Grade 7, £29,542 to £31,015 per annum pro-rata

Location: Newport, Isle of Wight

Sector: Education

Sector: Schools

Job Role: Specialist