Job Description

Shape Young Lives as our Trust Education Welfare Officer at Stamford Park Trust

Are you passionate about making a real difference in the lives of children and families? At Stamford Park Trust, we are proud of our reputation for academic excellence, outstanding student support, and a vibrant, inclusive community.

As an Education Welfare Officer, you'll play a vital role in supporting students' wellbeing and helping them overcome barriers to attendance and achievement. You'll work closely with families, staff, and external agencies to ensure every child receives the support they need to succeed.

At Stamford Park Trust, we put people first--staff and students alike. We value diversity and are committed to building a culture-rich workforce where everyone's unique skills and perspectives are celebrated. You'll join a forward-thinking team that is always evolving to meet the needs of our community.

If you are committed to safeguarding, passionate about inclusion, and ready to make a positive impact, we would love to hear from you. Join us in providing the highest quality education in Tameside and help shape brighter futures. Stamford Park Trust offers an inspiring place to work, develop your career, and make a real difference. If you share our values and commitment to excellence, we invite you to explore our current vacancy:

We are currently inviting applications for the role of Trust

Education Welfare Officer

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About the Role:

As our Education Welfare Officer, you will play a pivotal role in promoting good attendance and supporting the wellbeing of students across all Stamford Park Trust schools. You'll build strong, positive relationships with parents, carers, families, and colleagues, working collaboratively to remove barriers to attendance and ensure every child can thrive.

Key Responsibilities:

Work alongside school staff, students, families, and external agencies to reduce student absence and improve attendance. Lead on statutory action relating to non-attendance and education welfare, ensuring compliance with legal requirements. Support schools in fulfilling their responsibilities for managing and improving attendance, providing expert advice and guidance. Collaborate with the Executive Principal and attendance teams to respond to the welfare needs of students, helping them achieve the highest standards of education.

Why Join Stamford Park Trust?

Be part of a highly respected, supportive, and forward-thinking Trust with a strong reputation for academic excellence and student care. Join a community of over 500 dedicated staff who are committed to making a positive impact. Benefit from opportunities for professional development and career progression Make a real difference to the lives of children and families across Tameside.

Apply now to join Stamford Park Trust as our new Trust Education Welfare Officer and help every student attend, achieve, and thrive.

Stamford Park Trust Education Welfare Officer

36 hours a week, full year

Salary details: NJC Grade G points 23 (34,434 FTE) to 28 (39,152 FTE). Pay to be pro-rata to reflect TTO + 15 days.

Closing date for receipt of applications:

Closing Date: Friday 3rd October

Interview Date: Thursday 9th October

To apply online, please visit Work For Us - Stamford Park Trust - Excellence & Ambition For All and download an application form (you will also find the person specification and job description here).

Completed applications should be returned to hr@spt.ac.uk

Due to the volume of applications for posts, it is not possible to respond to unsuccessful candidates at the shortlisting stage.

Stamford Park Trust is committed to safeguarding and protecting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff, governors and volunteers to share this commitment.
Applicants must be willing to undergo pre-employment checks. Safer recruitment practice and pre-employment checks will be undertaken before any appointment is confirmed. This post is subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.

Stamford Park Trust is an equal opportunities employer.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: 34,434.00-39,152.00 per year

Work Location: In person