Education and Welfare Support Officer

We are looking to appoint a Education and Welfare Support Officer for 37 Hours per Week, on a Term Time only basis to join our team at The Compass Academy.

Compass Academy is a unique KS3 Alternative Provision in Hull that supports pupils with a variety of needs from Hull and outer areas.

Many of our pupils have been permanently excluded from their mainstream schools' and/or require specialist support to enable pupils with identified SEND needs to access education.

A large number of our cohort have experienced a range of early childhood traumas which impacts on a child's emotional wellbeing and ability to regulate their behaviour. Many of our pupils present with complex needs and as such, require high levels of specialist support and intervention.

The Education Welfare Support Officer will support in leading the Pastoral team in dealing with incidents of safeguarding, inappropriate behaviour and providing emotional support, advice and guidance.

This role is to further strengthen our existing support networks for pupils/families to help them to achieve their full potential and overcome barriers to learning, access education and thrive in life.

The suitable candidate will require a wealth of experience in managing complex safeguarding concerns and maintain a commitment to promoting the welfare of all of our pupils and families.

A proven track record of working in a multi agency approach is also essential to ensure that our pupils/families receive the highest level of care and support.

Within the whole school structure, the successful candidate will act in the role of Deputy Designated Safeguarding Lead, under the line management of the Academy's Assistant Vice Principal and Principal.

This is a challenging yet rewarding role, working within an established team who have a passion for championing the best possible outcomes for our pupils and famlies.

What we can offer:

• Experienced and supportive School Leadership Team

• Opportunities for staff to develop through Continuous Professional Development

• Local Government Pension scheme

• Occupational Health

• Employee Assistance Programme

• Cycle to work scheme

• Free on site parking

Job Details

Hours of Work: 37 Hours per Week, Term Time Only

Position Type: Permanent Post

Line Manager: Assistant Vice Principal

Travel Required: Yes

The salary is dependent on current qualifications and experience, please see the attached job description for more information.

Application Process

Please complete the online application form to apply for this role. All candidates are advised to refer to the job description and person specification before making an application. You should use the information supplied with in the Job Description & Person Specification to make the best of your application by identifying some specific pieces of work you may have undertaken in any of these areas. Your application may be viewed in regard to some or all of the skill specific areas over the course of the selection process. Applications via agencies will not be considered.

We are committed to safeguarding and protecting our children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All posts are subject to a safer recruitment process which includes enhanced criminal records and barring checks, scrutiny of employment history, robust referencing and other vetting checks.

Our safeguarding system is underpinned by a range of policies and procedures which encourage and promote safe working practice across the Trust. On joining you will be required to undergo continuous professional development to maintain safe working practice and to safeguard our children and young people.