Education Welfare & Attendance Officer

Inspiration Trust; Thetford; On-site; GBP 27,000 - GBP 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A forward-thinking educational organization in Thetford is seeking an Education Welfare Officer. The role involves driving an attendance strategy and working closely with students, families, and external agencies to remove barriers to attendance. The successful candidate will have excellent communication skills, experience in social work or counselling, and relevant qualifications such as NVQ Level 4. This position offers a supportive work environment with opportunities for professional development and a strong commitment to safeguarding children.

Benefits

Generous annual leave

Access to Local Government Pension Scheme

Health Plan

Cycle-to-work scheme

Free parking

Qualifications

• Experience of using social work or counselling approach to working with parents and children.
• Ability to write reports to a high standard.
• Experience of working in the education system and in multi-agency settings.

Responsibilities

• Identify children in need of support due to various challenges.
• Assess needs and plan interventions.
• Work with parents and stakeholders for student support.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Organizational skills

Innovative problem-solving

Ability to work under own initiative

Education

First degree or NVQ Level 4 in social work, teaching, counselling, psychology or youth and community work

Training on safeguarding

Tools

IT skills

Job description

A forward-thinking educational organization in Thetford is seeking an Education Welfare Officer. The role involves driving an attendance strategy and working closely with students, families, and external agencies to remove barriers to attendance. The successful candidate will have excellent communication skills, experience in social work or counselling, and relevant qualifications such as NVQ Level 4. This position offers a supportive work environment with opportunities for professional development and a strong commitment to safeguarding children.