School Welfare Officer – Secondary School – Tower Hamlets – ASAP Start or September 2025 School Welfare Officer required for Tower Hamlets location School Welfare Officer required for Secondary School School Welfare Officer required for September 2025 (or sooner) School Welfare Officer required for full-time, term-time role Are you a School Welfare Officer that is passionate about student wellbeing and making a real difference in young people’s lives? A welcoming and inclusive secondary school in Tower Hamlets is seeking a School Welfare Officer to join their dedicated pastoral and safeguarding team. This vital School Welfare Officer role focuses on supporting the physical, emotional, and social wellbeing of students—helping to create a safe, nurturing environment where every young person can thrive. About the Role – School Welfare Officer * Be the first point of contact for student medical and welfare needs * Provide day-to-day medical care, first aid, and emotional support to students * Maintain and monitor student health records, care plans, and medical supplies * Work closely with the safeguarding team and pastoral leaders to support students’ wellbeing * Liaise with parents, carers, and external health professionals when necessary * Support attendance and behaviour teams in identifying barriers to learning and wellbeing * Maintain accurate records in line with safeguarding and data protection policies (CPOMS etc.) Ideal Candidate Will Have – School Welfare Officer * Experience working in a school, youth, medical, or safeguarding setting * First Aid qualification (or willingness to complete training) * Strong knowledge of safeguarding, confidentiality, and professional boundaries * Excellent communication and interpersonal skills * The ability to build positive relationships with students, staff, and families * A calm, compassionate, and proactive approach to supporting young people What the School Offers – School Welfare Officer * A strong, supportive pastoral and safeguarding team * Excellent CPD opportunities including mental health and first aid training * A vibrant and diverse school community * A chance to make a meaningful impact on young people’s welfare and future Apply Now If you're dedicated to student wellbeing and want to join a committed school community in Tower Hamlets, we’d love to hear from you