3 months contract with a local authority Job Purpose Enfield council is looking for an innovative, enthusiastic, and skilled individual to join our Education Welfare Service. As an Education Welfare Officer, you will provide practical guidance to schools on attendance policy and the law, advice and support to children and their parents/carers on promoting good attendance and punctuality and where appropriate, make recommendations to other agencies enabling them to provide vulnerable families with a holistic package of support. Key Duties/Accountabilities Provide practical guidance to schools on attendance policy and the law. Give advice and support to children and their parents/carers on promoting good attendance and punctuality and where appropriate. make recommendations to other agencies enabling them to provide vulnerable families with a holistic package of support. Essential Experience Required Experience in school attendance and with legislation is essential. Experience as Education Welfare Officer is essential. Good understanding of the education system, especially in relation to school attendance is essential. Essential Qualification Required General education qualification is essential. Additional information to note The role requires the ability to travel across the borough carrying out home visits where necessary, visiting schools, and attending meetings. This role is Term Time only Working hours: 35 hours per week Enhanced DBS & barred list check (Child & adult) is required for this role. The role closes soon on 18/04/2025