Safeguarding, Welfare and Attendance Support - Basingstoke)

Academics; Basingstoke; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

An exciting opportunity for a Safeguarding, Welfare and Attendance Support role exists at a Special Educational Needs school in Basingstoke. This permanent position involves supporting students aged 10-16 with SEMH and autism needs, starting September 2025. Candidates should possess relevant experience, GCSE Maths and English, and be empathetic, patient, and capable of maintaining confidentiality. The role offers a rewarding environment working with young people in a supportive educational setting.

Qualifications

• Previous training/experience within a safeguarding/attendance role.
• Understanding of attendance protocols.
• Ability to remain calm under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Support students' welfare and attendance within the school.
• Build strong relationships with young people.
• Maintain confidentiality in sensitive matters.

Skills

Empathy

Patience

Relationship Building

Education

GCSE Maths and English grades A-C

Job description

Safeguarding, Welfare and Attendance Support - Permanent position - Basingstoke

Academics have an exciting opportunity for you to join an amazing Special Educational Needs (SEN) School in Basingstoke which provides education for pupils aged 10-16 with social, emotional and mental health needs and autism, (SEMH) (ASC).

The are looking to appoint a Safeguarding, Welfare and Attendance Support (SWAS) to become part of their growing team. This is a permanent position starting in September 2025, working 42.5 hours per week.

To be considered for the role of Safeguarding, Welfare and Attendance Support, you must have previous training/experience within a safeguarding/attendance role/Social Services/Police, have GCSE Maths and English grades between A-C and having a good understanding of attendance protocols.

This role is suited to someone who is able to remain calm under pressure, be patient, empathetic, build strong relationships with young people and understand and respect the need for confidentiality.

If you have previous experience of working in the position of Safeguarding, Welfare or Attendance Management or support or feel you have the right qualities for the role and can commute to Basingstoke for work, please apply and send a copy of your up to date CV.