Student Welfare Officer

Location: Kettering
Start Date: September 2025 | Full-Time | Permanent

Are you passionate about supporting the wellbeing of young people and making a meaningful impact in education? We are working with a number of inclusive and student-focused schools across Kettering that are seeking Student Welfare Officers to join their teams from September 2025. These full-time, permanent positions offer an exciting opportunity to champion student wellbeing, promote positive mental health, and ensure that every young person feels safe, supported, and able to thrive in school.

About the Role:

Provide dedicated pastoral care and welfare support for students with a range of social, emotional, and behavioural needs

Act as a key point of contact for safeguarding concerns, working closely with the school's Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL)

Build strong relationships with students, offering one-to-one and small group support where needed

Monitor attendance and liaise with families to support positive school engagement

Contribute to behaviour support strategies and a positive school culture

Work in partnership with teachers, SENCOs, pastoral teams, and external agencies to ensure holistic care

Maintain accurate and confidential records in line with safeguarding and data protection policies

We're Looking For:

Experience working with children or young people in a school, youth work, or care setting

A calm, empathetic, and proactive approach to student support

Strong communication and relationship-building skills

Confidence in managing sensitive situations and maintaining professional boundaries

Knowledge of safeguarding, behaviour support, and mental health awareness (training available)

A genuine passion for improving student wellbeing and fostering inclusive education

What's on Offer:

Full-time, permanent roles in welcoming secondary schools across Kettering

Competitive salary depending on experience

Ongoing training and CPD opportunities, including safeguarding and mental health support qualifications

Supportive school leadership and collaborative staff teams

A rewarding opportunity to play a vital role in students' school experience and overall development

If you're motivated to support student wellbeing and want to be part of a compassionate and committed school community, apply now for Student Welfare Officer roles in Kettering starting September 2025.

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