Student Welfare Officer

La Sainte Union Catholic Secondary School; City Of London; On-site; GBP 36,000; Full time

Job summary

A secondary school in London is looking for a dedicated Student Wellbeing Officer for a fixed-term role focusing on safeguarding and supporting vulnerable students. The successful candidate will manage a safeguarding caseload, liaise with parents and external professionals, and support mental health initiatives. Strong interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills are essential for this role, which requires a commitment to teamwork and improving student outcomes. The position is term-time only with a competitive salary.

Qualifications

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills to build relationships.
• Understanding of safeguarding and child protection procedures.
• Experience in mentoring and supporting young people.
• Organisational skills for accurate record-keeping and report writing.
• Ability to prioritise tasks and meet deadlines under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Manage safeguarding caseload and maintain records.
• Make referrals to external services and follow-up actions.
• Liaise with parents and external professionals.
• Support mental health provision for students.
• Monitor attendance and punctuality for students.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Mentoring skills

Ability to work independently

Job description

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Student Wellbeing Officer

Fixed Term : 1 year Maternity Cover

Monday-Friday, 8 : 30am and 4 : 30pm

NJC SO1, SCP22 Term Time only plus INSET days (39 weeks) – £35,030.16

Required for February 2026

Overview

The Governors of La Sainte Union Catholic School are seeking to appoint a dedicated and proactive Student Well-being Officer to join our SEND & Student Support Team. This is an excellent opportunity for an individual with strong interpersonal skills and a commitment to safeguarding and supporting the well‑being of our most vulnerable students.

Key Responsibilities

• Managing a safeguarding caseload and maintaining accurate records.
• Making referrals to external services and following up actions.
• Liaising with parents / carers and external professionals (e.g., CAMHS, social care).
• Supporting mental health provision for students.
• Monitoring attendance and punctuality for students on the safeguarding register.
• Assisting with CPOMS and safeguarding email monitoring.

Attending multi-agency meetings and ensuring agreed actions are implemented.

Ideal Candidate

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build positive relationships with students, parents / carers, and colleagues.
• A sound understanding of safeguarding and child protection procedures, and experience in handling sensitive information with discretion.
• Proven ability to mentor and support young people, promoting positive behaviour and wellbeing.
• Excellent organisational and administrative skills, including accurate record-keeping and report writing.
• The ability to work independently, prioritise tasks effectively, and meet deadlines under pressure.
• A flexible and adaptable approach, with a commitment to teamwork and supporting the wider school community.

A genuine interest in education and improving outcomes for vulnerable students.

EEO Statement

La Sainte Union welcomes applications from all members of the community, irrespective of race, religion or belief, gender, sexual orientation, age, and disability, to ensure that the staff is representative of our school and its community.

Safeguarding Statement

The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare and safety of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS and online vetting check.

Join us in shaping the future of our students and helping them to become Bright Women with Bold Futures!

This post is subject to enhanced DBS check and online vetting check.