Student Welfare Officer

The

Stephen Longfellow Academy is seeking to recruit an inspirational colleague to

the role of Student Welfare Officer. This role is crucial to our Academy’s

work, with the successful candidate providing targeted, short-term

interventions, supporting students to overcome barriers to learning, and

promoting positive behaviour and wellbeing. The postholder will play a key role

in ensuring a safe, supportive environment and will work collaboratively with

staff to improve attendance, engagement and outcomes for students.

Potential

applicants should have:

• A

relevant Level 3 qualification (or be willing to work towards), including GCSE

English and Mathematics.

• Experience

of working with young people, including those with challenging behaviour.

• The

ability to build strong relationships and support students to overcome barriers

to learning.

• A

patient, resilient approach and the ability to remain calm under pressure.