Welfare Officer | Supportive School | Brent

Are you a caring, organised and proactive professional looking for a Welfare Officer opportunity in Brent? A supportive school is seeking a dedicated individual to help promote pupil wellbeing, attendance and pastoral support. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who is passionate about ensuring children feel safe, supported and ready to learn.

As Welfare Officer, you will play an important part in supporting pupils' welfare and helping the school maintain a safe, inclusive and positive environment.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Providing pastoral support to pupils experiencing personal, emotional or social difficulties.
• Monitoring attendance and punctuality, following up on unexplained absences where required.
• Acting as a first point of contact for pupil welfare concerns.
• Maintaining accurate and confidential records of welfare incidents and interventions.
• Liaising with parents, carers, teachers and external agencies to address concerns.
• Supporting safeguarding procedures and escalating concerns in line with school policy.
• Helping promote positive behaviour, wellbeing and engagement across the school.

The successful candidate will demonstrate:

• Experience in a welfare, pastoral, safeguarding or school support role.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• A compassionate, calm and professional approach when dealing with sensitive situations.
• Excellent organisation and accurate record-keeping abilities.
• An understanding of safeguarding, confidentiality and child protection procedures.
• The ability to build positive relationships with pupils, families and colleagues.

The school is committed to providing a welcoming environment where pupils feel valued, respected and supported. Staff work collaboratively to encourage positive behaviour, remove barriers to learning and ensure that pupils receive appropriate support when they need it.

• The opportunity to make a meaningful difference to pupils' wellbeing.
• A collaborative and supportive working environment.
• The chance to contribute to pastoral care and safeguarding initiatives.
• A rewarding role within a school focused on pupil development and welfare.

This is a full-time opportunity with an ASAP start
. Applications are welcomed from candidates with relevant welfare, pastoral or school-based support experience.