Grade: Grade 7 SCP 25-29
Contract Type: Permanent
Hours: 37 hours per week
Working Pattern: All Year Round
Actual Salary: £35,235 - £38,626
Interview Date: Wednesday 2nd July 2025
As of September 2025, Brownhill Learning Community will defederate into two separate entities: a specialist SEMH Special School under new leadership of Narda Sestanovic and a Pupil Referral Service (PRS) under new leadership of Dave Shields. Both schools have new staffing structures aimed at enhancing learner engagement, wellbeing, and learning. This is an exciting new chapter for both schools.
The PRS will operate across three sites within Rochdale Borough, catering to pupils from KS2 to KS4. We seek candidates committed to working with vulnerable pupils and passionate about helping young people overcome barriers to success.
This role will be working in the PRS.
We are a dynamic and supportive PRS dedicated to providing an inclusive environment for children facing various challenges. Our goal is to empower each child to reach their full potential through tailored academic and emotional support.
We are looking for an empathetic and dedicated Children's Welfare Officer to join our team. This role focuses on safeguarding student welfare, supporting their emotional, social, and mental wellbeing, and working closely with staff, families, and external agencies.
Key Responsibilities:
* Safeguarding & Welfare: Ensure the safety, welfare, and wellbeing 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 overcome barriers to learning.
* Liaison with Families: Collaborate with parents and carers to support students effectively.
* Multi-agency Collaboration: Work with external agencies such as social services, CAMHS, and educational psychologists for holistic support.
* Monitoring & Reporting: Maintain detailed records of welfare concerns, incidents, and progress, in line with school policies.
* Intervention: Offer early intervention and preventative strategies to address welfare concerns and promote positive coping mechanisms.
* Promoting Well-being: Develop activities and initiatives to support mental health and wellbeing within the school.
The post holders will be required to work across all 3 PRS sites as needed.
To apply, download the application form and supporting documents, and send completed applications to recruitment@theblc.org.uk by 11:59pm on Sunday 29th June 2025. Successful candidates will start as soon as possible.
The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All staff and volunteers must share this commitment. Appointment is subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check.
Applicants must be able to converse confidently in English and provide advice clearly. By applying, candidates confirm they are not subject to immigration restrictions and can provide proof of Right to Work in the UK if invited for interview.
The school will conduct an online search for shortlisted candidates as part of due diligence, in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education 2024.
#J-18808-Ljbffr