Behaviour & Welfare Officer

Support pupils. Engage families. Drive real change.

We are looking for a dedicated and proactive Behaviour & Welfare Officer to join a supportive school team in SE26. This is a key role focused on helping pupils—especially the most vulnerable—overcome barriers to learning and achieve their full potential.

Location: Lewisham

Salary: Negotiable dependant on experience.

Contract: Full-time, long-term

The Role

Working closely with the Deputy Headteacher (Inclusion/Pastoral), you will play a vital role in supporting pupils, families and staff by:

• Delivering 1:1 and small group mentoring to support behaviour, wellbeing and progress
• Building positive relationships with parents, carers and families, providing guidance and support
• Leading on attendance and punctuality, monitoring data and implementing improvement strategies
• Supporting behaviour management using restorative approaches
• Acting as a key link between the school and external agencies (e.g. social care, health services)
• Delivering family support initiatives, workshops and engagement activities
• Monitoring pupil progress and maintaining accurate records and reports
• Supporting safeguarding and contributing to the school’s inclusive and safe environment

About You

• Experience working within a school or education setting
• Strong knowledge of safeguarding, attendance and behaviour strategies
• Experience supporting pupils and families with additional needs
• Confident liaising with external agencies and professionals
• Excellent communication, organisation and interpersonal skills
• A resilient, proactive and solution-focused approach

How to Apply

If you’re interested in this role, please submit your up-to-date CV outlining your relevant experience.

For more information or a confidential discussion, please get in touch directly.

Safeguarding

This role is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. An enhanced DBS check will be required.