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Welfare Assistant and Attendance Officer
- Start Date: January 2024
- Location: Hayes, Middlesex
- Position: Full-time, Monday to Friday, 9:00 am - 3:00 pm
We are seeking an enthusiastic and dedicated Welfare Assistant and Attendance Officer to join a supportive and dynamic team. This combined role offers an exciting opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of students, ensuring their well-being and promoting excellent attendance.
As part of this role, you will be responsible for:
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Welfare Support:Supporting students' physical and emotional well-being, providing first aid when required, and assisting with any pastoral care needs. You will liaise closely with teaching staff, parents, and external agencies to ensure all students have the support they need to thrive.
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Attendance Management:Monitoring and managing student attendance, following up on absences, and ensuring that the school's attendance policies are adhered to. You will work closely with the pastoral team to identify any attendance concerns and support strategies for improving student engagement.
Key Responsibilities:
- Maintain accurate records of attendance and student welfare.
- Communicate effectively with parents, staff, and external agencies regarding attendance concerns or welfare issues.
- Follow up on unexplained student absences and ensure appropriate interventions are in place.
- Support students with their personal development, ensuring they feel safe, supported, and valued in their school environment.
- Ensure that attendance and welfare records are kept confidential and comply with safeguarding regulations.
Ideal Candidate:
- A caring and empathetic individual who is passionate about supporting young people.
- Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks efficiently.
- Previous experience in a welfare or attendance-related role is desirable but not essential.
- A team player with excellent communication skills, able to liaise effectively with students, parents, and colleagues.
- Motivation and enthusiasm to support in an educational environment
- Experience of working with children.
- Ability to do data entry with a high level of administrative accuracy.
- An understanding of social/welfare issues that affect children, families and schools.
- Ability to make objective recommendations in a sensitive yet clear and concise way.
- Knowledge of safeguarding policies and a commitment to ensuring the safety and well-being of all students.
This is a fantastic opportunity to work within a school that prioritizes a positive and nurturing learning environment. We are committed to providing the right support and training for our staff to enable them to succeed in their roles.
If you are passionate about supporting students and have the skills required for this rewarding role, we would love to hear from you.
To apply, please submit your CV and we will be in touch shortly.
We look forward to receiving your application!
APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS FOR VERITAS EDUCATION
- All applications are subject to an Enhanced DBS Disclosure, professional reference checks, Overseas Police Clearances (if applicable) in line with our stringent safeguarding policy
- Your CV must cover the last 10 years of employment history where possible and all employment breaks must be explained
- You must have legal right to work in the UK
- You must be willing to attend a registration interview
Veritas Education work with a variety of schools covering a wide geographical area. We deal with teaching placements at Primary, Secondary and college level as well as support staff positions also within these.
Disclaimer
'Nothing within the above advert was in any way designed or intended to discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation. Veritas Education is an Equal opportunities employer and is proud in the knowledge that all placements are made on merit and suitability. We accept applications from all sections of the community.'
