Student Welfare Officer

Due to increasing student numbers, we are seeking to appoint an additional Student Welfare Officer to work within our dedicated and talented team of pastoral staff.  The pastoral team consists of five Heads of Year, an attendance officer, and the Student Welfare Officers, and it is managed, along with ‘The Hub’ which supports students with mental health issues, by the Deputy Headteacher, Mr Kennedy.  The role involves supporting the pastoral team with the management of student behaviour, responding to any incidents that occur, and providing support to students who have particular welfare or emotional or issues. This will include working with parents/carers and a range of external agencies such as the police, social workers, medical professionals, and the county educational inclusion team. There may also be the opportunity to train as a safeguarding officer.

The successful candidate will be able to communicate effectively with a wide range of people, including parents/carers, teachers, and other professionals, and – of course – teenagers.  They will be patient, understanding, and compassionate but also resilient and emotionally strong and able to be impose clear behaviour boundaries for students when necessary. 

Prince William School is located in Oundle, within easy commuting distance of Peterborough, Stamford, Huntingdon, Wellingborough, and Corby, which has recently been judged to be ‘Good’ by Ofsted. It is a vibrant and friendly school with enthusiastic, well-behaved students who are eager to achieve the best they can.  We have high expectations for all, and our aim is simple: to be the best school in Northamptonshire and beyond for every student, no matter what their ability or aspirations.

For further information about the role please email Antony.Kennedy@emat.uk

How to apply

Please apply by clicking ‘Apply Now’ on the advert in My New Term website or the school website.   You will need to complete the application form and provide a supporting statement outlining your knowledge and experiences that are relevant to the post.

By working for our Trust, you’ll be able to take advantage of a wealth of professional development and support opportunities, as well as a range of employee benefits.

These include:

·        Continuous professional development and training opportunities

·        Dedicated support from our school improvement team

·        Career and leadership opportunities within our growing family of schools

·        A Trust employee forum with representatives from across the organisation

·        A confidential 24-hour Employee Assistance Programme

·        Childcare vouchers scheme

·        A corporate eye care plan

·        Flu jabs for all staff

·        Cycle to work scheme

·        Headspace

For more information please contact Lorna Stockwell on 07500 559281 or email  recruitment@emat.uk

COVID-19 considerations:

We have a comprehensive COVID-19 risk assessment for all on-site working to ensure the health and safety of staff and pupils.

A Note for Recruitment Agencies

We have a team of internal recruiters and we advertise our vacancies to attract candidates and not agency suppliers. If we need agency assistance then we will reach out to our trusted partners. Any speculative CVs we receive will not be accepted as an introduction.

EMAT reserve the right to withdraw this advert early if a suitable candidate is found.

EMAT is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. 

Applicants will be required to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). References will be taken up before interviews are offered

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation, gender reassignment or age.