Welfare Officer

Woolmer Hill; Haslemere; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 27,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Cash Plan

Free on-site parking

Supportive environment

WMAT network opportunities

Job summary

Woolmer Hill School in Haslemere is seeking a caring Welfare Officer to support the wellbeing, safeguarding and personal development of students. You will work with the Welfare Team and external agencies to remove barriers to learning and help students achieve positive outcomes both in and out of school.

The role is term-time only, 34 hours per week, with excellent staff benefits and opportunities to collaborate within the WMAT network.

Qualifications

• Provides early intervention and targeted support for vulnerable students.
• Supports students with emotional, social, behavioural, attendance or mental health challenges.
• Acts as a Safeguarding Officer and contributes to safeguarding culture.
• Works with parents, carers and external agencies, including CAMHS.
• Promotes positive mental health, resilience and wellbeing across the school.
• Helps remove barriers to attendance, engagement and achievement.
• Supports delivery of student wellbeing and personal development initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Provide early intervention and targeted support for vulnerable students.
• Support students facing emotional, social, behavioural, attendance or mental health challenges.
• Act as a Safeguarding Officer and contribute to safeguarding culture.
• Collaborate with parents, carers and external agencies, including CAMHS.
• Promote positive mental health and resilience across the school.

Skills

Empathy

Communication

Organisational skills

Teamwork

Safeguarding awareness

Job description

34 Hours per Week, worked over 5 days/ Term Time Only

Make a Difference Every Day

At Woolmer Hill School, we believe every young person deserves the support, encouragement and guidance they need to thrive. We are looking for a caring, organised and proactive Welfare Officer to join our dedicated pastoral team and play a vital role in supporting the wellbeing, safeguarding and personal development of our students.

Working closely with the Welfare Team, Designated Safeguarding Lead, SENDCo, Heads of Year, Attendance Team and external agencies, you will help students overcome barriers to learning, improve attendance and achieve positive outcomes both in and out of school.

Why Join Us?

Woolmer Hill School is an oversubscribed and successful 11-16 academy located on a beautiful 25-acre site in Haslemere. We are proud of our strong community ethos, supportive staff team and wonderful students.

Our vision is simple:Proud to Belong. Proud to Achieve.

We Offer:

• Health Cash Plan for all staff
• Free on-site parking
• A supportive and friendly working environment
• Opportunities to work within the Weydon Multi Academy Trust (WMAT) network

About the Role

You will:

• Provide early intervention and targeted support for vulnerable students
• Support students experiencing emotional, social, behavioural, attendance or mental health challenges
• Act as a Safeguarding Officer and contribute to the school's safeguarding culture
• Work closely with parents, carers and external agencies, including CAMHS
• Promote positive mental health, resilience and wellbeing across the school
• Help remove barriers to attendance, engagement and achievement
• Support the delivery of student wellbeing and personal development initiatives

We're Looking for Someone Who:

• Has experience working with young people
• Is approachable, compassionate and resilient
• Can build positive relationships with students, families and professionals
• Has excellent communication and organisational skills
• Understands safeguarding and child protection responsibilities
• Can work effectively as part of a collaborative team
• Is committed to helping every student achieve their full potential

Safeguarding Statement

Woolmer Hill School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. The successful applicant will be subject to and Enhanced DBS check.