Hybrid Education Welfare Assistant – Attendance Focus

Isle of Wight Council; England; Hybrid; GBP 21,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual leave 32 days + 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

National and local discounts & schemes

Relocation scheme up to £8,000 (where/

Job summary

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

Applicants should have four GCSEs (English & Maths included), a valid driving licence, and be able to travel across the Island.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• 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.

Job description

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

Applicants should have four GCSEs (English & Maths included), a valid driving licence, and be able to travel across the Island.