Student Welfare Officer

Tradewind Recruitment; Desborough; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading education recruitment agency is seeking a Student Welfare Officer for a secondary school in Kettering. The role involves supporting students' wellbeing, attendance issues, and liaising with external agencies. Candidates should have experience working with children and possess excellent communication skills. This full-time position offers competitive pay and opportunities for professional development.

Benefits

Competitive pay rates

Access to free CPD training

Dedicated consultant support

Opportunity to make a difference

Qualifications

• Experience working in an educational, youth work, or social care setting is a plus.
• Ability to remain professional and calm in difficult situations.
• Commitment to improving outcomes for students.

Responsibilities

• Support students with attendance, behaviour, and emotional wellbeing concerns.
• Build strong relationships with pupils, families, and staff.
• Deliver targeted interventions for engagement and attendance.
• Monitor safeguarding concerns and maintain accurate records.
• Liaise with external agencies for support on students' welfare.

Skills

Experience with children or young people

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Calm and empathetic in challenging situations

Good understanding of safeguarding procedures

Organised and proactive

Job description

Student Welfare Officer - Secondary School - Kettering

Location: Kettering, Northamptonshire
Contract: Full-time, long-term (with potential for permanent placement)
Start Date: ASAP or January 2026
Salary: 90 - 110 per day (depending on experience)

Tradewind Recruitment are seeking a compassionate and dedicated Student Welfare Officer to join a thriving secondary school in the Kettering area. This is an exciting opportunity for someone passionate about supporting young people's wellbeing and helping them overcome barriers to learning.

The Role

As a Student Welfare Officer, you will play a key role in promoting and safeguarding the wellbeing of students across the school. Working closely with pastoral leaders, SEN staff, and external agencies, you'll provide practical and emotional support to ensure that every student can achieve their full potential.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Supporting students with attendance, behaviour, and emotional wellbeing concerns
• Building strong relationships with pupils, families, and staff
• Delivering targeted interventions to improve engagement and attendance
• Monitoring safeguarding concerns and maintaining accurate records
• Liaising with external agencies where necessary to support students' welfare

The Ideal Candidate

We're looking for someone who:

• Has experience working with children or young people in an educational, youth work, or social care setting
• Demonstrates excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Can remain calm, empathetic, and professional in challenging situations
• Has a good understanding of safeguarding and child protection procedures
• Is organised, proactive, and committed to improving outcomes for students

Why Join Through Tradewind Recruitment?

• Competitive pay rates and transparent pay policies
• Access to free CPD training and ongoing professional development
• Dedicated consultant support throughout your placement
• Opportunity to make a genuine difference in the lives of young people

If you're passionate about supporting students' wellbeing and want to work in a rewarding school environment, we'd love to hear from you.