Staffordshire County Council
Do you have a thorough understanding of the complex factors which may influence inclusion in education settings and have a sound knowledge of the statutory framework around school exclusions?
If so, come and join our team. We currently employ four full-time education inclusion officers who provide a service across the county, and you will add extra capacity to these existing roles in four of our high demand areas. You will work in close partnership with education providers to address the complex issues of school inclusion and exclusion. We have two temporary fixed term roles available (until 31 March 2026). Whilst we are offering two full-time opportunities, we would also consider applications on a part-time basis of 18.5 hours per week.
You will work in the following district areas:
1. Cannock
2. Stafford
3. Tamworth
4. Newcastle under Lyme
You will be mainly working with schools and families, so need to be available during school hours and occasionally after 5pm to attend meetings. You will be able to work flexibly, including hybrid working.
Main Responsibilities
Your main areas of responsibility will be:
1. Responding to Headteachers' decisions to exclude a pupil
2. Offering advice and support to the family
3. Supporting the statutory process of exclusion as an impartial advisor/observer
4. Securing the child's 6th day educational provision
5. Completing the administrative tasks associated with the process
Currently, we employ four full-time education inclusion officers who provide a service across the county; your position will be to add extra capacity to these existing roles in four of our high demand areas.
The Ideal Candidate
You will have:
1. A degree or a professional qualification at an equivalent level (such as social work or teaching) or equivalent experience.
2. A thorough understanding of the complex factors which may influence behaviour in educational settings and strategies to address these.
3. An understanding of exclusion procedures, legal framework, and latest DfE Guidance on Exclusion from School and Keeping Children Safe in Education.
4. Proven ability to work in partnership with families, professionals, and schools to bring about positive change.
5. The ability to work alone or as part of a team, whilst under pressure.
6. The skills to work inclusively, create space for the voice of the child, and promote opportunities for children to learn and grow.
7. Good communication and organisation skills, and the ability to record your work onto a computer database.
8. Means to travel across the county/district areas.
“We’re happy to talk flexible working.” Shortlisting will take place the week beginning 3rd March. Interviews will be held in Stafford the week commencing 17th March.
Don’t feel you meet all the requirements? We value transferable skills, experiences, and qualifications, so consider applying anyway. For an informal chat about the role, please contact Karl Hobson, Head of Attendance and Inclusion at: Karl.Hobson@staffordshire.gov.uk
Our Recruitment Process
We anonymise applications during shortlisting to ensure only relevant information is considered. Please complete your application fully, especially the supporting statement, to highlight what you’ll bring to the role.
About Staffordshire County Council
We are no ordinary county council:
Our Values:
The core of who we are as an organisation. Just like we all have personal values that shape our thoughts and behaviour, organisational values drive how we think and act collectively. Our values were created and shaped by colleague feedback and national best practice and they sit at the heart of our People Strategy.
As an Authority, we are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people/vulnerable adults and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Staffordshire County Council is an equal opportunities organisation and a Disability Confident employer. We encourage applications from all backgrounds and communities.
As part of our commitment as a Disability Confident employer, a Gold Award Armed Forces employer, and our commitment to supporting care leavers, we offer a guaranteed interview as long as your application meets the minimum criteria for the post. As you’ll know, safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our children and young people/vulnerable adults is important to us, and that’s why this position is subject to a criminal record check from the Disclosure and Barring Service. If applicable, you should disclose details of unspent and unfiltered spent reprimands, formal warnings, cautions, and convictions in your application form.
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