Education Welfare Partner

School Improvement Liverpool Ltd; Liverpool; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

An educational support organization in Liverpool seeks an Education Welfare Partner to improve school attendance and support pupils. The role involves collaborating with local authorities, providing expert advice, and contributing to safeguarding processes. Ideal candidates have experience in education, strong knowledge of attendance legislation, and excellent communication skills. This fixed-term position requires a commitment to continuous professional development and offers a salary range of £40,777 - £46,142.

Benefits

Professional development opportunities

Supportive team environment

Regular supervision and training

Qualifications

• Experience in education, welfare or a related field.
• Strong understanding of attendance legislation and safeguarding procedures.
• Excellent communication and organisational skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide expert advice and support to schools to improve attendance.
• Collaborate with local authority attendance teams.
• Prepare evidence for legal proceedings as required.

Skills

Experience in education

Understanding of attendance legislation

Excellent communication skills

Organisational skills

Teamwork & independence

Commitment to professional development

Job description

Employer SIL Address Liverpool Innovation Park
Edge Lane
Liverpool
L7 9NJ Website https://sil-ltd.co.uk

Are you passionate about improving school attendance and supporting children and families?

We are looking for an Education Welfare Partner to join our dedicated Education Welfare Service team.

This is an exciting opportunity to make a real difference by helping schools and local authorities fulfil their statutory duties and improve outcomes for pupils.

Why Join Us?

• Be part of a forward-thinking organisation committed to improving education outcomes.
• Access to professional development opportunities.
• Supportive team environment with regular supervision and training.

Role Information

Job Title Education Welfare Partner Job Type Pastoral Job Phase Cross Phase Location Liverpool

Grade Grade 7 (NJCJE 30- 35) Actual Salary Information + Benefits Actual Salary Range £40,777 - £46,142 Contract Type Fixed term Contract Term Full time Closing Date Wednesday, January 14th, 2026

About the Role

As an Education Welfare Partner, you will:

• Provide expert advice and support to schools to improve attendance and reduce persistent absenteeism.
• Work collaboratively with local authority attendance teams to deliver statutory functions.
• Prepare evidence for legal proceedings and represent schools at Magistrates' Court when required.
• Analyse attendance data and help schools develop strategic plans.
  Liaise with multi-agency partners and contribute to safeguarding processes.
• Promote equality, diversity, and inclusion in all aspects of your work.
  The vacancy is to start as soon as possible and is initially fixed term until 31 March 2026.

Personal Qualities

What We’re Looking For

• Experience in education, welfare or a related field.
• Strong understanding of attendance legislation and safeguarding procedures.
• Excellent communication and organisational skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Commitment to continuous professional development.

Application Information

Closing Date Wednesday, January 14th, 2026 Closing Time 12:00pm

Interview Date Wednesday, January 21st, 2026

How to Apply

Please can you complete the SIL application form and email it to [emailprotected] by 14th January 2026 at 12.00 pm.

As this is a fixed-term contract, secondments would be considered. The vacancy is to start as soon as possible and is initially fixed term until 31 March 2026.