Education Welfare Officer
| Posting date: | 02 September 2025 |
|---|---|
| Hours: | Part time |
| Closing date: | 17 September 2025 |
| Location: | Market Rasen, Lincolnshire, LN8 3RF |
| Company: | Teaching Vacancies |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 313c98ea-a8c8-4259-9416-fea520e1366d |
Summary
What skills and experience we're looking for
At De Aston School, we believe every student deserves the chance to thrive. As our Education Welfare Officer, you’ll play a key role in helping students overcome barriers to attendance and engagement—ensuring they feel supported, understood, and empowered.
You’ll work closely with students, families, and external agencies to:
• Investigate and follow up on absences, including home visits
• Analyse attendance data and produce actionable reports
• Lead attendance panel meetings and prepare documentation for referrals and legal proceedings
• Support students through safeguarding processes and multi-agency collaboration
• Maintain accurate records and liaise with staff to ensure attendance issues are addressed promptly
This is a varied and rewarding role at the heart of our pastoral care team.
We’re looking for someone who is:
• Qualified: A’ Levels (or equivalent) and 5 GCSEs including English and Maths
• Experienced: At least 6 months’ relevant experience in education, youth work, or welfare
• Organised and Analytical: Able to manage data, prioritise tasks, and produce clear reports
• Empathetic and Resilient: Comfortable working with young people and families, even in challenging situations
• Tech-Savvy: Confident using ICT systems (experience with Bromcom is a bonus)
• Collaborative: Able to work independently and as part of a dedicated team
• Knowledgeable: Familiar with safeguarding, attendance procedures, and multi-agency work (desirable)
What the school offers its staff
At De Aston School, we’re proud to offer:
• A genuinely welcoming and inclusive environment—staff describe us as “one big family”
• A supportive and successful pastoral team that works collaboratively to help every student thrive
• Excellent CPD and career development opportunities—we invest in your growth
• A beautiful rural location near the Lincolnshire Wolds, with easy access to the historic city of Lincoln
• A school that values work-life balance, wellbeing, and professional respect
• A strong reputation for academic success and community engagement
We’re a school that cares deeply about our students—and just as much about our staff.
Commitment to safeguarding
De Aston School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All posts will be subject to an enhanced DBS disclosure, medical and reference checks. All pre-employment checks are in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education.
At De Aston School, we believe every student deserves the chance to thrive. As our Education Welfare Officer, you’ll play a key role in helping students overcome barriers to attendance and engagement—ensuring they feel supported, understood, and empowered.
You’ll work closely with students, families, and external agencies to:
• Investigate and follow up on absences, including home visits
• Analyse attendance data and produce actionable reports
• Lead attendance panel meetings and prepare documentation for referrals and legal proceedings
• Support students through safeguarding processes and multi-agency collaboration
• Maintain accurate records and liaise with staff to ensure attendance issues are addressed promptly
This is a varied and rewarding role at the heart of our pastoral care team.
We’re looking for someone who is:
• Qualified: A’ Levels (or equivalent) and 5 GCSEs including English and Maths
• Experienced: At least 6 months’ relevant experience in education, youth work, or welfare
• Organised and Analytical: Able to manage data, prioritise tasks, and produce clear reports
• Empathetic and Resilient: Comfortable working with young people and families, even in challenging situations
• Tech-Savvy: Confident using ICT systems (experience with Bromcom is a bonus)
• Collaborative: Able to work independently and as part of a dedicated team
• Knowledgeable: Familiar with safeguarding, attendance procedures, and multi-agency work (desirable)
What the school offers its staff
At De Aston School, we’re proud to offer:
• A genuinely welcoming and inclusive environment—staff describe us as “one big family”
• A supportive and successful pastoral team that works collaboratively to help every student thrive
• Excellent CPD and career development opportunities—we invest in your growth
• A beautiful rural location near the Lincolnshire Wolds, with easy access to the historic city of Lincoln
• A school that values work-life balance, wellbeing, and professional respect
• A strong reputation for academic success and community engagement
We’re a school that cares deeply about our students—and just as much about our staff.
Commitment to safeguarding
De Aston School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All posts will be subject to an enhanced DBS disclosure, medical and reference checks. All pre-employment checks are in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education.