An exciting opportunity to join the team at Oasis Academy Sholing Oasis Academy Sholing is looking to recruit a Welfare Officer to support the Principal, staff and our students as we ‘Strive for Excellence’. Our academy ‘A kind place to learn’ Ofsted 2025 Oasis Academy Sholing is a rapidly improving, forward-thinking Academy that maintains high expectations of staff and students. We have been on a journey of improvement and development, since becoming an Oasis Academy in 2018. Our focus is on our children, staff wellbeing, and our community; parents and the wider community are engaged with our school, supporting our leaders, and playing an active role in community transformation through academy-led projects. The successful candidate will share the ambition of community transformation, delivered by exceptional education at the heart of the community. The role and what we are looking for We are looking for a friendly, enthusiastic, and hardworking Welfare Officer to support the Academy in responding to the individual needs of the students and staff, creating an environment that promotes healthy living and wellbeing. As a caring and resourceful individual, you will administer first aid students and ensure the smooth running of a busy welfare room. You will work closely with colleagues across the pastoral team to provide holistic welfare support, including for those students with ongoing medical conditions and coordinate emergency situations. To contribute to the safeguarding and promotion of the welfare and personal care of children and young people. Previous experience working in a similar role and a first aid qualification is desirable. Our offer to you When you join the Sholing family there are several offers you’ll receive that make us stand out as an employer of choice. These include but are not limited to: Opportunities for training and development internally and externally. With our training packages and clear staffing structure, there’s a straightforward path for career progression within Oasis. Local government pension scheme We are excited to be part of the Health Shield Cash Plan, which means our team can opt in for just a small monthly fee and enjoy great benefits, including: Money back for everyday healthcare, like dental, optical, physiotherapy and chiropody 24/7 GP access over the phone at a time that works for you Direct access to a qualified physiotherapist A 24/7 helpline offering advice and support on everything from family matters, stress, and bereavement to legal info, tax, and money management An online rewards portal full of exclusive discounts, deals, and cashback on everything from groceries to travel and dining. Access to free confidential counselling service Cycle-to-work Incentive Flexible working Free use of our dedicated gym area