Education Welfare Officer
Ref: SCH-WeA-0026 21 day(s) remainingAdditional Information
Contract Type: Permanent Contract Term: TTO Plus - Term time only plus weeks Hours per Week: 37.50 Weeks per Year: 39.000 Pay Grade: WA Scale SO1The Role
Our mission is to create an environment where young people can flourish academically, socially, and emotionally, and we are looking for an additional Education Welfare Officer to help us achieve this.
This is an exciting opportunity for someone who is committed to improving student outcomes, supporting families, and promoting excellent attendance and engagement. You will be a key member of our pastoral team, working closely with another EWO, Attendance Officer, Pastoral Support Workers, SLT, and external agencies to ensure that every student is supported to thrive.
What You’ll Do
In this role, you will be responsible for:
- Monitoring and improving attendance across the Academy, identifying patterns and addressing issues early.
- Building strong relationships with students, parents, carers, and colleagues to provide support and guidance.
- Conducting home visits and liaising with external agencies to resolve attendance and engagement issues.
- Maintaining accurate records and generating reports to inform interventions and Academy policy.
- Supporting early intervention strategies, including mentoring, guidance, and referrals to specialist services.
- Promoting positive engagement by celebrating attendance successes and encouraging students to reach their full potential.
You will be at the heart of the Academy’s efforts to create a safe, inclusive, and nurturing learning environment where every child feels valued, supported, and inspired to succeed.
Who We’re Looking For
We are seeking a candidate who is:
- Empathetic and student-focused, with a genuine passion for improving young people’s lives.
- Highly organised, with excellent attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple priorities.
- A confident communicator, able to engage effectively with students, families, staff, and external partners.
- Proactive and solution-oriented, capable of identifying issues and taking appropriate action.
- Committed to safeguarding, with a clear understanding of the importance of confidentiality and child protection.
Experience working in a school or with young people is highly desirable, as is knowledge of attendance legislation, educational welfare, and strategies to promote engagement.
Why Join Westminster Academy?
- Be part of a supportive, high-performing, and innovative school community.
- Make a tangible impact on students’ lives every day.
- Work in a collaborative team where your expertise and ideas are valued.
- Access excellent professional development opportunities to grow your career.
- Contribute to a school culture that celebrates achievement, resilience, and inclusion.
The working basis for this position Term Time + 1 week inset (Monday to Friday, 37.5 hours per week). This is a school-based role and will include school-wide activities and meetings.
Westminster Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. The successful candidate will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check amongst other pre-employment checks.
Benefits
| Other | |
|---|---|
| Cycle 2 Work Scheme | |
| Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) | |
| Free on-site staff carpark | |
| Local Government Pension Scheme - generous contributions | |
| Season ticket loan | |
| Weekly CPD sessions | |
Related Documents
Safeguarding Information
Safeguarding Guidance
The safety and wellbeing of children and young people are our highest priority. As part of our commitment to safeguarding, all applicants must provide information to help us ensure a safe recruitment process, in line with the statutory guidance set out in Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE).
What We Require from Applicants:
- Disclosure of any criminal convictions or cautions that are relevant to working with children or vulnerable groups. This includes any offences that are not “spent” under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.
- Full disclosure of any investigations, disciplinary actions, or professional conduct concerns related to child safeguarding or behaviour.
- A complete and accurate employment history, including all roles involving work with children or vulnerable adults, and explanations for any gaps.
- Confirmation of your right to work in the UK.
- Provision of referees who can confirm your suitability to work with children.
Pre-Employment Checks:
- We will carry out enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) checks on all successful candidates before appointment.
- We will verify your identity, qualifications, and professional registrations (e.g., QTS, TRA checks).
- References will be requested and verified, including a reference from your current or most recent employer.
- We will also check for any sanctions or restrictions imposed by professional bodies.
- A professional social media check will take place to reduce risks to reputation, confidentiality breach and data security. The check identifies a candidate's online presence to look for negative behaviours such as bullying, racism, nudity and excessive bad language.
Important Notes for Applicants:
- It is your responsibility to be truthful and transparent in your application. Failure to disclose relevant information or providing false information may result in your application being rejected or termination of employment.
- We follow safer recruitment procedures strictly to protect children and ensure a safe working environment for all.
- If you have any concerns or require support during the application process related to safeguarding information, please contact our recruitment team.
By applying for this role, you confirm your understanding of and willingness to comply with our safeguarding policies and procedures.
Westminster Academy
Sir Naim Dangoor Centre
255 Harrow Road
London
Greater London
W2 5EZ
HR Team
recruitment@westminsterac... https://www.westminsteracademy.org.uk/