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WPA Education Welfare Services - 01689 843322

Education Welfare Officer

Location: Lewisham and London N4

Full Time: 37.5 hours per week, 5 days, Term Time only and hybrid

Actual Salary: Up to £30,000 per annum

This is an exciting opportunity for a passionate individual looking to influence a positive change. WPA Education Welfare Services are expanding therefore seeking to recruit Education Welfare Officers to work in Lewisham and London and surrounding areas.

The successful candidate will be expected to provide welfare support to families and schools where there are issues affecting school attendance. Education Welfare Officers regularly liaise with schools, parents and other agencies to provide support as necessary. Therefore, candidates must have strong inter-personal skills and the ability to problem solve.

Candidates are expected to complete reports for schools and therefore the role requires a high standard of communication both verbally and in written form.

The role may involve carrying out home visits so candidates must have a valid driving licence and have access to a vehicle. The successful candidate must also be able to adapt to working in different environments and be able to work under pressure and to deadlines.

SKILLS

Excellent interpersonal skills.

Ability to liaise with Headteachers and other Senior Staff.

Mediation Skills.

Ability to use IT including Word and Excel.

APTITUDE

Have a proven track record for delivering a service that enables pupils to receive their entitlement to education.

Support families, pupils in addressing all attendance matters and where necessary, enforcing relevant legislation to ensure that pupils have the opportunity to improve outcomes.

Be an experienced professional with the ability to reduce absence and increase attendance and achievement.

Have the acquired skills to ascertain information relating to safeguarding and a child’s welfare and to contribute to risk assessment and the decision-making process.

• Company pension
• Life Assurance
• Discounted shopping
• Access to Benefit Hub

The post holder must have a full driving license and use of a car.

We welcome applications from all interested candidates, who feel that they can add value to this role.

*WPA reserves the right to interview and appoint the right candidate so early applications are encouraged.

Reference ID: Lewisham and London/Jul25

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Education

• Industries

  Higher Education and Primary and Secondary Education

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