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Interaction Education are delighted to be working closely with a fantastic secondary school in the Milton Keynes area in their search for a Welfare Officer.

This role would suit someone with previous experience working in this role, or within a schools pastoral support setting/alternate provision.

Job Purpose:

To support the physical, emotional, and social well-being of students by working with pupils, families, and staff to ensure every child is safe, supported, and able to access learning effectively.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide support to pupils experiencing social, emotional, or welfare issues.

• Act as a key point of contact for safeguarding and child protection concerns.

• Work closely with the Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL) to implement support strategies.

• Liaise with families and external agencies to coordinate early help or specialist interventions.

• Maintain accurate records in line with safeguarding protocols and GDPR.

• Promote positive attendance, behaviour, and student well-being across the school.

Person Specification:

• Experience in a pastoral, welfare, or safeguarding role within education or children’s services.

• Strong understanding of safeguarding, child protection, and related legislation.

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.

• Ability to manage sensitive situations with confidentiality and professionalism.

• Knowledge of local support services and referral pathways in Milton Keynes is desirable.

If this is the one for you, please apply or for more information contact Tom at Interaction Education to discuss further.

Tom.Davison@irweb.co.uk

01923 200810 

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Tom Davison