Education Welfare Officer (30hours) (Term Time) (Temp) - Marr College, Troon - SOA11057 - SOA11057

South Ayrshire Council; Troon; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An ambitious council is seeking dedicated individuals to support families and young people in overcoming barriers to school attendance. This role is pivotal in making a difference in the community, ensuring that every child has the opportunity to thrive in their education. With a focus on early intervention, you will play a crucial part in addressing challenges that hinder regular school attendance. Join a supportive environment that values work-life balance and offers a range of benefits, including a competitive salary and excellent pension scheme. If you're passionate about making a positive impact, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Excellent pension scheme

Wellbeing initiatives

Occupational Health services

Work-life balance support

Car leasing scheme

Discounts on supermarkets and retailers

Cycle to Work Scheme

Scotwest Credit Union

Responsibilities

• Support families and young people to improve school attendance.
• Address issues preventing regular school attendance through early intervention.

Job description

JOB DESCRIPTION

To support families and young people in addressing issues that may prevent them from regularly attending school through early intervention.

RESPONSIBILITIES

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ABOUT US

South Ayrshire is at the heart of historic Ayrshire, with a wealth of local heritage and culture, first-class leisure amenities, world-wide travel links, diverse landscapes, and thriving communities.

Making a difference for our communities is at the heart of what we do. Working with us means you can use your skills, knowledge, and experience to help us achieve that. We currently employ around 6,000 people serving a population of over 112,000 across diverse areas including Ayr, Girvan, Maybole, Prestwick, Troon, and surrounding rural communities.

We are an ambitious Council, focused on placing people at the centre of our efforts to deliver the best outcomes. Our new Council Plan emphasizes priorities and outcomes aimed at improving community wellbeing, the local economy, and the environment.

BENEFITS

• Competitive salary
• Excellent pension scheme
• Wellbeing initiatives and Occupational Health services
• A supportive environment promoting work-life balance and caring responsibilities
• Car leasing scheme
• Discounts on supermarkets, retailers, cinemas, and gym memberships (including Council leisure facilities)
• Options for purchasing white goods via salary sacrifice
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Scotwest Credit Union

REQUIREMENTS

This post is considered regulated work with children and/or protected adults under the Protection of Vulnerable Groups (Scotland) (PVG) Act 2007. The preferred candidate will need to join the PVG Scheme or update their membership before a formal offer of employment. Further information is available on the Disclosure Scotland website at www.disclosurescotland.co.uk. PVG costs may be applicable.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Interviews are scheduled for 29/05/2025.

This position is temporary until 30/06/2026.

The grade for this role is Level 8.

The work style for this position is that of a Frontline worker.