Engagement Officer
Location: Sheffield, S2
£100 - £110
Days: Monday - Friday, Term Time Only
ASAP Start
Key Responsibilities
- To identify and implement intervention strategies to address and continually improve attendance and punctuality for targeted individuals
- Supporting students into school at the start of the school day
- Working with pupils within the school environment to explore barriers and find solutions to accessing their education
- Work with students struggling to engage with education within the classroom on a 1:1 basis
- Identify and implement intervention strategies to address low attendance and celebrate good attendance. Provide a range of interventions available with the discretion to adapt or amend them as appropriate.
- Support families in accessing external services and advocating for their child's education
- Attend meetings with the attendance and inclusion team
- Support families within professionals' meetings
- Support pupils in accessing alternative provision
Key Requirements:
- Experience working in a similar role within an educational setting
- Strong understanding of attendance and welfare issues affecting young people
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage effectively with students, parents, and staff
- Ability to maintain accurate records and produce reports
- Knowledge of relevant legislation and guidance relating to attendance and welfare
- A caring and empathetic approach, with a genuine passion for supporting the well-being of young people
- Relevant qualifications in education, social work, or a related field (desirable)
If you feel you would be the right fit for this role, then please apply through submitting your CV. If you are a successful applicant, you will be contacted by Henri Wilder to arrange the next steps in the progression of your application.