Education, Attendance & Welfare Officer: Empower Futures!
This role will be required to work for Progress School Thrapston and Progress School Northampton. Progress Schools values wellbeing as more than a word; it is a commitment. The team cares for people just as much as it does for the professional role. Our benefits go beyond the basics – you will have access to discounted gym memberships, a free wellbeing app with fitness, yoga and mindfulness resources, and dedicated counselling support. We aim to reduce surplus admin and support a good work‑life balance with generous holidays, additional leave for foster carers, and flexibility wherever possible.
Benefits
* Professional Development – support for professional qualifications, in‑house training and paid qualifications. Last year we invested approx. £3.5k per colleague.
* Financial Security – Death in Service Insurance providing four times your salary.
* Family‑Friendly Policies – enhanced Maternity/Paternity Leave.
* Health and Wellbeing Cashback – access to Medicash for you and your dependants, covering eye tests, optical, dental, prescriptions and holistic treatments up to £900 annually.
* Recognition Awards – monthly, quarterly and annual awards.
* Referral Bonus – £500 for referring top talent.
* Exclusive Discounts – MiRewards benefits platform with a range of discounts and rewards.
* Weekly drop‑ins with Senior Leaders – connect, clarify and communicate with our Managing Director and senior leadership team.
* Group Connection – annual group conference and comprehensive benefits review.
What are we looking for from you?
* Academic Background – Business Administration relevant qualification (desirable), safeguarding qualification (desirable).
* Experience – worked in a school environment, particularly in secondary school (added advantage).
* Knowledge – equality of opportunity, safeguarding, child protection and inclusion issues and how to address them in schools with high levels of vulnerable children.
* Problem‑Solving – aptitude for solving problems and making effective decisions.
* Communication – professional communication with students and staff.
* Promotion of Values – commitment to equality, diversity, safeguarding, wellbeing and British values.
* Time Management – effective time management for planning, delivery and assessment.
About The School
Progress Schools is part of The Progress Group, a national group of 13 independent OFSTED‑regulated schools offering high‑quality education and training. The group comprises six business units that aspire to innovate, influence and inspire through purposeful education.
Diversity and Inclusion Statement
The Progress Group is an Equal Opportunities Employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunities regardless of age, sexual orientation, gender, pregnancy, religion, nationality, ethnic origin, disability, medical history, skin colour, marital status, genetic information or parental status. All employment decisions are based on merit, job requirements and business needs.
Safeguarding Statement
We are committed to safeguarding and protecting all children and young people by implementing robust safer recruitment practices. For details of our commitment to safer recruitment please visit our website for further information.
Visa Sponsorship
We are unable to provide visa sponsorship for this role.
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