Who You Are You are an innovative, enthusiastic, and skilled professional with a strong background in education welfare or a similar role. You possess excellent communication, negotiation, and organizational skills which enable you to work collaboratively with schools, agencies, and families. With a proven ability to understand and convey complex procedures and legislation, you are adept at providing timely and relevant advice. You are detail-oriented, flexible, and can manage a demanding workload independently. Your deep understanding of the education system, especially school attendance policies, aligns with your commitment to promoting equality of opportunity for all children. What the Job Involves As an Education Welfare Officer, your role is critical in promoting and enforcing regular school attendance and safeguarding protocols in collaboration with schools, educational settings, and other agencies. You will work closely with designated schools to deliver a responsive education welfare service, manage cases of absenteeism, and take necessary actions, including legal proceedings, to improve attendance. You will provide expert advice on child employment and entertainment licenses, ensure accurate record-keeping, and maintain high standards in documentation and communications. This position requires flexible working hours during term time, and involves travel within the borough to visit families, schools, and attend meetings to ensure children have access to educational opportunities appropriate to their needs.