Student Welfare Officer - January Start Location: Northamptonshire Contract: Full-time, long-term (with potential to become permanent) Start Date: January 2026 Salary: Competitive, depending on experience Tradewind Recruitment is seeking a compassionate and proactive Student Welfare Officer to join a supportive secondary school environment in Northamptonshire. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone passionate about supporting young people's wellbeing, engagement, and overall success in school. About the Role: Provide day-to-day pastoral support for students across the school Work closely with the safeguarding and pastoral teams to support student wellbeing Build positive, trusting relationships with students to help remove barriers to learning Act as a key point of contact for students experiencing social, emotional, or behavioural challenges Liaise with teachers, parents/carers, and external agencies when needed Maintain accurate records and contribute to safeguarding procedures Support attendance, behaviour, and welfare initiatives across the school The School Offers: A friendly, inclusive, and supportive working environment A strong pastoral team dedicated to student wellbeing Ongoing training and professional development Opportunities to make a meaningful impact on young people's lives Ideal Candidate: Experience in pastoral, safeguarding, youth work, or a similar student-facing role Strong communication and interpersonal skills A calm, empathetic, and supportive approach Ability to work effectively as part of a wider safeguarding and pastoral team Understanding of safeguarding responsibilities and procedures Passion for improving outcomes and wellbeing for young people Why Work with Tradewind Recruitment? Access to a wide range of free CPD courses A dedicated consultant supporting you throughout your placement Excellent rates of pay A market-leading commitment to candidate care If you're passionate about supporting young people and want to play a key role in their wellbeing and success, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today to make a genuine difference in a thriving school community.