About the Academy
Outwood Academy Acklam is based in the friendly north-east town of Middlesbrough.
We are a welcoming and supportive academy with a relentless determination to provide the very best education for every child. We place students at the centre of everything we do, with a focus on creating a culture of success and a positive climate for learning.
The academy is a vibrant and diverse 11–16 academy. Our exceptional academic and pastoral teams are here to provide you with the necessary tools to make a significant and lasting impact on students. The academy offers effective care and support for students, particularly those with special needs, and with a strong emphasis on academic achievement, it provides the perfect environment for anyone dedicated to empowering their students.
About the Role
As an Education Welfare Officer, you will join our team and play a critical role in identifying and addressing barriers to student attendance, developing intervention strategies and working collaboratively with students, parents, and school staff to promote regular school attendance for all students.
In this role, you will monitor and report on whole-school attendance, using data analysis to identify trends and any concerns to report. Working closely with pupils, staff parents and carers, your aim will be to reduce levels of absence through crafting individualised attendance plans and providing support as appropriate.
What Will We Do For You?
The academy benefits from being part of the Outwood Family of Schools, and you will be joining a highly innovative, inspirational and ambitious organisation. The Trust guarantees every member of staff CPD and development opportunities.
* A competitive salary with pay progression
* A fantastic pension and additional benefits
* Flexible family-friendly policies from day one
* A Wellbeing and Employee Assistance Programme
* Our Workload Charter with guaranteed CPD every week and much more (for teaching roles)
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For further details on this role or to arrange a visit/phone call with the academy, please contact George Edwards at g.edwards@outwood.com .
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Closing date: 8:00am on 3 March 2025.
Interview date: 6 March 2025.
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Outwood Grange Academies Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All appointments are made in accordance with safer recruitment practices and the statutory guidance in Keeping Children Safe in Education. Online checks will be carried out on all shortlisted candidates, and all appointments are subject to an enhanced DBS check, satisfactory references and checks regarding suitability to work with children.