Job Description

Job description

St-Eds is an Alternative Provision Training Provider based in Norwich. We are here to support young people between the age of 14-25 who may be struggling with mainstream education, to help them achieve vocational qualifications and gain employment.

We deliver accredited programmes that cover:

Hair & Beauty

Mechanics

Construction

Health & Social Care

Catering

English & maths

We recognise and specialise in supporting young people who may be disengaged from education and training and/or experiencing multiple barriers to successful employment and therefore we consider the Welfare Support Officer a critical part of the student's programme.

We work in partnership with a range of local and national employers to offer work experience opportunities, Apprenticeships and Enrichment programmes.

Job Role:

Be able to attend and professionally represent the organisation in external meetings and within outreach services

Be able to formulate effective working relationships with young people, and parents/carers to assess and overcome barriers to learning to enable students to access their education and achieve.

Be able to assess individual learning needs and support strategies for students including EHCP assessment and outcomes ensuring this is integrated into their individual learning plan.

To be confident with ICT suites and software to accurately record data and information.

To work alongside the delivery team in supporting vulnerable students to succeed on programme.

To ensure the health, safety, safeguarding and well-being of learners, staff and visitors to the centre in accordance with St Ed's operating policies

To support all students in achieving their potential by taking a pro-active, enthusiastic, and flexible approach in accordance with St Ed's ethos and operating procedures, policies and corporate strategy.

What You'll need:

To be successful in this role you will need to be resilient, compassionate and driven with a passion for supporting young people to maximise their potential. St-Eds is a fast-paced environment which is committed to supporting each and every student to achieve their full potential.

Qualifications and Experience:

Level 2 in English

Level 2 in I.T.

Experience in working in an education safe setting working with vulnerable children and young people at risk of social exclusion and who are experiencing difficulties attending and/or maintaining their education placement

Willingness and enthusiasm to learn about the welfare role

Knowledge and understanding of Education, Health and Care Plans

Knowledge and understanding of safeguarding

Proven track record in working with people in a positive way

Experience with working with difficult to reach people

Strong decision-making skills

Confident in attending external professional meetings

Ability to prepare and present information effectively

Feel confident in completing home visits

Ability to support and motivate

What you'll Get:

Company pension

25 days annual leave + bank holidays

On-site parking

Private medical insurance

Regular CPD Training

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent, Term time only contract option

Pay: 24,000.00-26,000.00 per year -pro rata

Benefits:

Company pension Free parking On-site parking Private medical insurance
Schedule:

Monday to Friday
Education:

GCSE or equivalent (preferred)
Work Location: In person

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: 24,000.00-26,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Company pension Free parking On-site parking Private medical insurance
Schedule:

Monday to Friday
Education:

GCSE or equivalent (preferred)
Work Location: In person