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Job Title: Education Welfare Officer
Location: London Borough of Merton
Contract: 3-Month Ongoing Contract
Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30am – 4:30pm
About the Role:
The London Borough of Merton is seeking a dedicated Education Welfare Officer (EWO) to join our team on a 3-month ongoing contract. You will work across up to 10 schools, supporting children, families, and schools to improve attendance and ensure every child receives access to education.
Key Responsibilities:
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Act as the named EWO for up to 10 schools within the borough.
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Undertake casework relating to school absence and persistent non-attendance.
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Attend meetings in schools to address attendance concerns.
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Provide advice, guidance, and practical support to schools on attendance matters.
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Meet with parents and children to encourage and support improved school attendance.
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Carry out Children Missing Education (CME) work.
About You:
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Experience working with children, families, and schools to address attendance issues.
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Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build trust and rapport.
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Knowledge of attendance legislation, safeguarding, and CME responsibilities.
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Ability to manage a varied caseload and work collaboratively with school staff and external partners.
Contract Details:
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Duration: 3-month ongoing contract
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Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30am – 4:30pm
For more information, please contact Halle at hallew@(url removed)
Recruitment is done in line with safe recruitment practices. We are an equal opportunity agency.
