Section 19 Officer

Nottinghamshire County Council; East Midlands; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Nottinghamshire County Council is seeking a Section 19 Officer to join the Pupils Missing Education team, supporting emotionally based school avoidance, part-time education, and missing education cases. You will work with multiple teams to secure appropriate educational opportunities for vulnerable children.

The role requires Level 3 qualifications or NVQ3 with experience, strong negotiation and analytical skills, and the ability to prepare reports for senior officers. DBS checks apply.

Qualifications

• Relevant Level 3 qualifications, including GCSE or equivalent in English and Maths.
• NVQ Level 3 qualification related to children and young people or over 5 years experience working with vulnerable children.
• Strong skills in negotiation, evaluation, and analysis.
• The ability to apply specialist knowledge to analyse data and prepare reports for senior officers.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with the Fair Access Team, Health Related Education Team, SEND Inclusion Support Teams, and other professionals to support vulnerable children.
• Identify appropriate educational pathways to prevent children from becoming ‘missing from education’.
• Support educational settings in partnering with families to engage in suitable learning opportunities.
• Commission interim educational provision for Fair Access pupils who cannot access mainstream education, ensuring their progress and safety.

Skills

Negotiation

Evaluation

Analysis

Report writing

Education

Level 3 qualifications (GCSE English & Maths)

NVQ Level 3 or 5+ years experience with vulnerable children

Job description

Job Description / Person Specification

Section 19 Officer JD.pdf – 209KB Opens in a new window

Salary

£30,024 - £33,699 per annum

Type of vacancy

Permanent

Work pattern

Full Time

Hours per week

37

Work Base

County Hall, West Bridgford, NG2 7QP

Working Arrangements

Hybrid

Job Description / Person Specification

Section 19 Officer JD.pdf – 209KB Opens in a new window

Competency Framework

Tier 6

Number of posts

1

Interview date

5 October 2026

Closing Date

10 September 2026 23:55

The Children and Families Department takes a strengths-based approach to working with each other, children, young people and families, and our partner agencies. We call this 'Our Nottinghamshire Approach'. Watch the two minute animation to learn more.

Nottinghamshire County Council is dedicated to making a positive impact in our community. We believe in creating a supportive environment where everyone can thrive. Join us in our mission to empower vulnerable children and families, ensuring they have access to the education and support they need.

Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of children and young people? As a member of Pupils Missing Education team, you will play a vital role in addressing emotionally based school avoidance, part-time education, and children missing education. You will work collaboratively with various teams to ensure that every child has the opportunity to succeed.

In This Role, You Will

• Collaborate with the Fair Access Team, Health Related Education Team, SEND Inclusion Support Teams, and other professionals to support vulnerable children.
• Identify appropriate educational pathways to prevent children from becoming ‘missing from education’.
• Support educational settings in partnering with families to engage in suitable learning opportunities.
• Commission interim educational provision for Fair Access pupils who cannot access mainstream education, ensuring their progress and safety.

To Excel In This Role, You Should Have

• Relevant Level 3 qualifications, including GCSE or equivalent in English and Maths.
• An NVQ Level 3 qualification related to children and young people or over 5 years of experience working with vulnerable children.
• Strong skills in negotiation, evaluation, and analysis.
• The ability to apply specialist knowledge to analyse data and prepare reports for senior officers.

We Are Looking For Someone Who

• Demonstrates a high level of personal drive and commitment to excellent customer care.
• Possesses strong interpersonal skills to build relationships with colleagues, families, and children.
• Can make decisions and solve problems effectively, prioritising resources to meet operational targets.
• Practices in a strength-based manner, focusing on empowering children and families.

At Nottinghamshire County Council, We Offer

• A place to belong: a friendly, inclusive workplace where everyone is valued.
• Opportunities for professional development and continuous learning.
• A supportive environment that prioritises work-life balance.
• Generous leave entitlements and flexible working arrangements.

Don’t miss out on this opportunity to be a part of something meaningful! If you are ready to make a difference in the lives of children and families, join Nottinghamshire County Council and help us create a brighter future for our community.

Appointment to this post is subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service check.

Nottinghamshire County Council strives to ensure that it goes beyond the requirements of the Equalities Act and prides itself on being accredited as a Disability Confident Leader Organisation.

Under the Disability Confident scheme (formerly known as the Guaranteed Interview Scheme) we would like to ensure applicants with disabilities are offered an interview if they meet the minimum criteria for a job. Please let us know if this is something you would like to be considered for.

A job share scheme is available for all full-time posts: both permanent and temporary, unless otherwise stated.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and we expect all staff to share this commitment and undergo appropriate checks.

Nottinghamshire County Council strongly encourages applications from all candidates from different walks of life, irrespective of gender, marital status, disability, race, religion, belief, pregnancy and maternity status, age or sexual orientation.