Welfare Officer | Supportive School

A supportive school in Dudley is seeking a caring, organised and proactive Welfare Officer to join its team as soon as possible. This is an excellent opportunity for someone passionate about student wellbeing, safeguarding and helping young people feel safe and supported throughout the school day.

• Role:
  Welfare Officer

• Location:
  
  Dudley

• Contract:
  
  Full-Time

• Start Date:
  
  ASAP

• Application: CV Only

As Welfare Officer, you will play an important role in supporting students' welfare, monitoring attendance and working with staff to address concerns that may affect students' wellbeing or engagement with school. You will help maintain a safe and inclusive environment while ensuring concerns are handled sensitively and in line with school policies.

• Provide day-to-day support to students experiencing welfare or pastoral difficulties.

• Monitor attendance and punctuality, following up on concerns where necessary.

• Record and report safeguarding or welfare concerns promptly.

• Liaise with teachers, senior staff, parents and external agencies when appropriate.

• Maintain accurate, confidential records and follow safeguarding procedures.

• Help promote positive behaviour, student engagement and a supportive school environment.

• Experience in a school, pastoral, welfare or safeguarding-related role is desirable.

• Strong communication and organisational skills.

• A caring, calm and approachable manner when working with students.

• The ability to handle sensitive information professionally.

• A sound understanding of safeguarding and child protection procedures, or a willingness to undertake relevant training.

The school is committed to creating a positive environment where students feel safe, valued and able to succeed. The successful candidate will work alongside staff to promote wellbeing, respond to concerns and support students' wider development.

• A rewarding opportunity to make a difference to students' lives.

• The chance to contribute to a positive pastoral team.

• A varied role with opportunities to develop welfare and safeguarding experience.

• An ASAP start for the right candidate.