Children's Welfare Officer

Grade:
Grade 7 (SCP 25 29)

Contract Type:
Permanent

Hours:
Full Time

Working Pattern:
All Year Round

Actual Salary: £36,363 - £39,862

Interview Date:
Thursday 28th January 2026

Raise Rochdale PRS a dynamic and supportive PRS (Pupil Referral Service) committed to providing an inclusive and nurturing environment for children facing a range of challenges. Our goal is to empower every child to reach their full potential, providing tailored support that promotes both academic and emotional growth.

We are looking for an empathetic and dedicated Children's Welfare Officer to join our passionate team. This vital role will focus on ensuring the welfare of our students, supporting their emotional, social, and mental well-being while working closely with staff, families, and external agencies.

Please note Term Time Only working will be considered for the right candidate.

Key Responsibilities:

• Safeguarding & Welfare:
  Ensure the safety, welfare, and well-being of all students in line with safeguarding policies and procedures.
• Support & Guidance:
  Provide individual support to students with social, emotional, and mental health needs, helping them to overcome barriers to learning.
• Liaison with Families:
  Work collaboratively with parents and carers to provide tailored support and strategies for students.
• Multi-agency
  
  Collaboration:
  
  Work closely with external agencies such as social services, CAMHS (Child and Adolescent Mental Health Services), and educational psychologists to ensure holistic support for students.
• Monitoring & Reporting:
  Keep detailed records of student welfare concerns, incidents, and progress, ensuring that all documentation is in line with school policies.
• Intervention:
  Provide early intervention and preventative strategies to address emerging welfare concerns and help students develop positive coping mechanisms.
• Promoting Well-being:
  Develop and promote activities and initiatives within the school to support mental health and well-being.

The post holders will be required to work across all 3 of the PRS sites as required.

To apply for this position please download the application form and supporting documentation and send completed applications hdews by 11:59pm on Sunday 25th January 2026. The successful candidates will be required to commence in post as soon as possible.

The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Appointment to this post is subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring and background check.

The ability to converse at ease with customers and service users and provide advice in accurate spoken English is an essential requirement of this post.

Applicants are advised that by applying for this position they are declaring that they are not subject to any immigration controls or restrictions that prohibit them undertaking work in the UK, and that they are able to provide proof of their Right to Work in the UK if they are invited to attend an interview.

The school will carry out an online search as part of their due-diligence for all shortlisted candidates in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education 2023.

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