Overview
Two exciting fixed term opportunities within the Elective Home Education (EHE) Team. One position for an EHE Officer to work with Y11 and EHCP students and their families countywide. The other covering East Staffordshire EHE families from Early years to Y11.
We have two fixed term contracts available:
* One to cover a secondment until 31/12/2026 (ideally with immediate start due to short term nature).
* One to cover maternity leave for 12 months.
Our EHE Team specialises in working with parents who choose to home educate their children and provides the following services:
* Support to parents in providing suitable education for their children
* A statutory function of the local authority in identifying children without a suitable education
* Information, advice and guidance to other agencies on EHE
Main Responsibilities
You will hold responsibility for a number of children and will:
* Ensure parents are providing a suitable education for their children
* Offer support, information, advice and guidance to families and professionals
* Complete home visits and review educational reports
* Develop, facilitate and organise family and professionals\' meetings, events and groups to ensure home education is delivered in line with statutory services and is both efficient and effective
* Ensure EHE students are safeguarded in line with current legislation and guidance
* Liaise with SEND and Careers and Participation team colleagues
The Ideal Candidate
You Will Have
* At least NVQ 3 or equivalent in respect of working with children and their families
* Experience of enabling parents and children to take full advantage of the educational opportunities available
* Experience of working with parents and children in an education setting
* Knowledge and experience of child development
* Knowledge and experience of child safeguarding processes and procedures
* We\'re happy to talk flexible working
How to Discuss the Role
If you would like to discuss the role further, please contact Michelle Eardley (EHE Lead) on 01785 277016 or email.
Interviews will be held on Monday 30th March 2026.
Recruitment Process
We anonymise applications during shortlisting to ensure only relevant information is considered. Please complete your application fully, especially the supporting statement, to highlight what you\'ll bring to the role.
About Staffordshire County Council
We are no ordinary county council. Our values shape how we think and act, and we strive to build a supportive working environment where employees can achieve their full potential and a healthy work-life balance.
Our values were created and shaped by colleague feedback and national best practice. We have a real sense of community spirit and ambition for a better future.
Benefits
We recognise that employees are central to everything we do. In addition to salary, you will have access to our rewards and benefits.
Safeguarding and Equality
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people/vulnerable adults. Staffordshire County Council is an equal opportunities organisation and Disability Confident employer. We encourage applications from all backgrounds and communities. The position is subject to a criminal record check from the Disclosure and Barring Service.
Attachments
* Job Description and Person Specification
* Candidate Guide 2025.pdf
Job Details
* Role: Elective Home Education Officer
* Salary: £27,254 - £30,024 per annum
* Contract Type: Fixed Term Full Time
* Working Hours: 37
* Location: Stafford, United Kingdom
* Closing Date: 22 March, 2026
* Job Reference: staffscc/TP/22/4082
* Posted on: 9 March, 2026
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