Education Welfare Specialist – Attendance & Safeguarding

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

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.