Welfare Officer
| Posting date: | 08 October 2025 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £26,000 to £28,000 per year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 07 November 2025 |
| Location: | NW10 0AA |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | KPI RECRUITING LTD |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | MJWelOffBrent08/10-30266 |
Summary
Welfare Officer – Secondary School – North West London
£26,000–£28,000 | Immediate Start
Are you an experienced, compassionate professional seeking a rewarding Welfare Officer role where you can make a real difference to young people’s lives?
A well-established secondary school in North West London is looking for a dedicated Welfare Officer with strong administrative skills to join their pastoral team. This pivotal Welfare Officer position combines hands-on student welfare support with essential administrative duties, ensuring the smooth operation of attendance, safeguarding, and wellbeing processes across the school.
Welfare Officer – About the Role
Key duties of the Welfare Officer will include:
• Providing direct welfare support to pupils, acting as a trusted and approachable figure for those experiencing challenges.
• Supporting pupils during times of transition, crisis, or reintegration after absence to promote a smooth return to school life.
• Collaborating with teaching staff, pastoral leaders, parents, and external professionals to ensure each pupil’s welfare needs are met.
• Monitoring and managing pupil attendance and punctuality, proactively following up on concerns and implementing interventions as Welfare Officer.
• Maintaining and updating confidential student records, health information, and safeguarding documentation accurately and securely.
• Preparing reports and minutes for safeguarding and welfare meetings, supporting effective communication between all stakeholders.
• Providing administrative support for whole school events, including Parents’ Evenings, Open Days, and exam invigilation.
• Supporting the wider school administration, including reception cover and general office duties as required.
Welfare Officer – Candidate Profile
The successful Welfare Officer will have:
• Strong experience in a welfare, pastoral, or student support role, ideally within a school or youth setting.
• Excellent communication skills, able to engage sensitively and effectively with students, families, and professionals.
• A meticulous approach to record-keeping and administration, with an understanding of data protection and confidentiality.
• Ability to handle challenging situations calmly and confidentially, demonstrating empathy and resilience.
• First Aid qualification (or willingness to complete training) is desirable.
• A genuine passion for supporting young people’s wellbeing and educational success.
Why Work as a Welfare Officer?
• Join a vibrant and inclusive secondary school dedicated to student wellbeing and academic excellence.
• Be part of a supportive and collaborative pastoral team with clear leadership and shared values.
• Benefit from professional development opportunities and ongoing training as a Welfare Officer.
• Work within a well-resourced environment in North West London with excellent transport links.
Apply Now – Join Us as a Welfare Officer
If you are a proactive, organised, and caring individual looking for a Welfare Officer role where you can truly impact students’ lives, apply today.
Send your CV to Mitchell at KPi Education today to begin your journey in this rewarding and impactful role.
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