Student Welfare Officer: Supportive Safeguarding & Wellbeing

Empowering Learning; North East; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable educational organization is seeking a Student Welfare Officer in East London to provide essential welfare support in a secondary school setting. You'll play a crucial role in safeguarding students and promoting their emotional well-being. Key responsibilities include daily support, maintaining records, and liaising with families. Ideal candidates will have experience in pastoral roles and strong communication skills. The position offers opportunities for training and development, with potential for long-term employment.

Benefits

Paid to scale

Training and development opportunities

Supportive pastoral structure

Qualifications

• Experience in pastoral or welfare roles is essential.
• Ability to manage behaviour and communicate calmly.
• Must be organised and able to follow safeguarding processes.

Responsibilities

• Provide daily welfare support to students.
• Support safeguarding procedures and act as a contact for concerns.
• Work with students facing SEMH challenges and social issues.
• Liaise with families and external agencies as needed.
• Maintain accurate records and contribute to welfare plans.
• Help students establish routines for improved behaviour.

Skills

Experience in pastoral roles

Strong behaviour management

Calm communication

Ability to build trust

Organisational skills

Resilience

Job description

A reputable educational organization is seeking a Student Welfare Officer in East London to provide essential welfare support in a secondary school setting. You'll play a crucial role in safeguarding students and promoting their emotional well-being. Key responsibilities include daily support, maintaining records, and liaising with families. Ideal candidates will have experience in pastoral roles and strong communication skills. The position offers opportunities for training and development, with potential for long-term employment.