Welfare and Attendance Officer

Welfare and Attendance Officer

37 hours per week, Term time plus 2 days

Grade G, SCP 23 (in the range 23027) Actual salary approx £26,900pa (£32076pa FTE)

Welcome to Essa Primary!

We are looking to appoint a passionate and hard-working individual who is passionate about the welfare and safeguarding of young children within the primary sector. At Essa, we have a clear vision to provide the highest standards of support for pupils and families and are looking for the right person to align with our vision to drive these developments in the next chapter of our school’s development journey.

Essa Primary is two form entry community focused school with a vision for the highest standards of education for all of our children. Since joining Essa, I have had a relentless determination to create the best possible environment for our staff and pupils. An inclusive environment is critical to allow the development and growth of knowledge, skills and understanding that children need in order to succeed. I am truly proud of the journey our school has been on and incredibly excited for the future. We are seeking individuals that both align with our values and want to passionately make a difference to children’s lives.

The role will consist of taking the strategic lead for attendance across the school, liaising with the school’s administrative arm as well as the wider inclusion team. Further responsibilities include acting as a DDSL and as part of our school’s safeguarding team; taking on the responsibility for the operational day to day running of our child protection referral system; liaise with wider outside agencies in order to keep children as safe as possible; to ensure that vulnerable pupils are getting the support they need in order to attend and achieve well in school.

The successful candidate will have:

·        A background of pastoral or social work. 

·        The ability to have a relentless attitude for wanting the best for children

·        The highest standards of professionalism

·        Experience of accurate record keeping and monitoring.

·        The skills to communicate and co-ordinate meetings efficiently with a wide range of agencies/personnel.

·        Have the ability to use their own initiative and having a pro-active, optimistic attitude.

In return, we can offer:

·        Amazing children who are enthusiastic about being in school.  

·        Fantastic standards of behaviour throughout the school.

·        A principal with an insistent passion for the highest standards of education for children

·        A new, supportive leadership team who are determined and committed to the development of the school. 

·        Career development and professional development opportunities.

·        A friendly, supportive and hard-working staff team.

·        A welcoming and warm community who embrace our vision and values.

·        Connection with our secondary school and a team of supportive colleagues.

It is a great time to consider joining us here at Essa Primary. If you would like to have a conversation about the role, please get in contact with Allison O’Connell, PA to the Principal/Office Manager by emailing Allison.oconnell@efatrust.org to arrange an informal conversation with myself about the role.

Kind Regards

Peter Stewart

Principal

Closing Date:   Tuesday, 19th March 24 @9:00

Shortlisting: Tuesday, 19th March 24

Interviews: Monday, 25th March 24