Bridgend County Borough Council Hiring for Education Welfare Officer Job at Bridgend, Wales Full Time

The Education Welfare Service is committed to supporting children and families where problems prevent children from achieving educational success. The focus of the service is to improve pupils’ access to education, either at school or otherwise.

As an Education Welfare Officer you will be a member of a multi-disciplinary team and will need to work closely with colleagues and other professionals in order to ensure that children receive the best possible support. You may, on occasions, be expected to undertake legal proceedings against parents who fail to ensure the regular attendance of their child/children.

You will hold a Diploma in Welfare Studies or have an equivalent relevant qualification supported by personal or professional experience of working with children and young people. Additionally you will have good interpersonal skills including a good standard of written communication and competent IT skills.

Opportunities for training in attendance issues, court procedures, child protection issues and any other relevant training will be made available to the successful candidate.

Access to a full driving licence and own transport is essential.

Protecting children, young people or adults at risk is a core responsibility of all council employees.

Applicants should note that a criminal records check by the Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) will be necessary for the successful applicant.

Closing Date: 6th April 2022
Shortlisting Date: 8th April 2022
Interview Date: 27th April 2022