Safeguarding, Welfare and Attendance Support - Basingstoke

Academics Ltd; England; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a dedicated Safeguarding, Welfare and Attendance Support to join a Special Educational Needs School in Basingstoke. This permanent role involves providing essential support to pupils with varying needs. The ideal candidate will have relevant experience and qualifications such as GCSE Maths and English. A strong capacity for empathy and relationship building with students is essential for success in this position.

Qualifications

• Previous training/experience within a safeguarding/attendance role, Social Services, or Police.
• Ability to remain calm under pressure and build strong relationships with young people.

Responsibilities

• Provide safeguarding, welfare and attendance support within the school context.
• Collaborate with staff to support pupils with SEMH and ASC.

Skills

Safeguarding support

Attendance management

Empathy

Communication

Education

GCSE Maths and English grades A-C

Job description

Overview

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

Responsibilities

• Provide safeguarding, welfare and attendance support within the school context.
• Collaborate with staff to support pupils with SEMH and ASC where appropriate.
• Maintain confidentiality and demonstrate professionalism in all interactions.

Qualifications and Requirements

• Previous training/experience within a safeguarding/attendance role, Social Services, or Police.
• GCSE Maths and English grades A-C.
• Good understanding of attendance protocols.
• Ability to remain calm under pressure, be patient and empathetic, and build strong relationships with young people.

Additional Information

If you have previous experience of working in 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.