Student Welfare Officer
Location: Kettering
Start Date: September 2025 | Full-Time | Permanent
Are you passionate about supporting the wellbeing of young people and making a meaningful impact in education? We are working with a number of inclusive and student-focused schools across Kettering that are seeking Student Welfare Officers to join their teams from September 2025. These full-time, permanent positions offer an exciting opportunity to champion student wellbeing, promote positive mental health, and ensure that every young person feels safe, supported, and able to thrive in school.
About the Role:
Provide dedicated pastoral care and welfare support for students with a range of social, emotional, and behavioural needs
Act as a key point of contact for safeguarding concerns, working closely with the school's Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL)
Build strong relationships with students, offering one-to-one and small group support where needed
Monitor attendance and liaise with families to support positive school engagement
Contribute to behaviour support strategies and a positive school culture
Work in partnership with teachers, SENCOs, pastoral teams, and external agencies to ensure holistic care
Maintain accurate and confidential records in line with safeguarding and data protection policies
We're Looking For:
Experience working with children or young people in a school, youth work, or care setting
A calm, empathetic, and proactive approach to student support
Strong communication and relationship-building skills
Confidence in managing sensitive situations and maintaining professional boundaries
Knowledge of safeguarding, behaviour support, and mental health awareness (training available)
A genuine passion for improving student wellbeing and fostering inclusive education
What's on Offer:
Full-time, permanent roles in welcoming secondary schools across Kettering
Competitive salary depending on experience
Ongoing training and CPD opportunities, including safeguarding and mental health support qualifications
Supportive school leadership and collaborative staff teams
A rewarding opportunity to play a vital role in students' school experience and overall development
If you're motivated to support student wellbeing and want to be part of a compassionate and committed school community, apply now for Student Welfare Officer roles in Kettering starting September 2025.
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