Welfare Officer – Independent Secondary School – Cheltenham

About the position

Welfare Officer – Independent Secondary School – Cheltenham Start Date: As soon as possible Contract: Full-time, Permanent Salary: Paid to scale School information This is a well-established Independent 11–18 secondary school located in Cheltenham , recognised for its strong pastoral provision and commitment to student wellbeing. The school prides itself on providing a safe, supportive and nurturing learning environment where students feel confident to develop academically and personally. High standards of behaviour, respect and kindness underpin daily school life. Staff work collaboratively to ensure that every student receives the support they need to thrive. Student welfare is a key priority and the school has developed robust systems for safeguarding, wellbeing and pastoral support. The Role The school is seeking a caring and organised Welfare Officer to support students with their physical and emotional wellbeing during the school day. The role involves working closely with pastoral leaders, safeguarding teams and external professionals to ensure that students receive appropriate support and guidance. Responsibilities • Provide wellbeing support to students throughout the school day • Assist with first aid and medical needs of students • Maintain records relating to student welfare and medical information • Support safeguarding procedures and reporting • Liaise with parents regarding student wellbeing concerns • Work with pastoral staff to support vulnerable students • Promote wellbeing initiatives and healthy lifestyles • Monitor student attendance linked to welfare concerns • Provide a safe space for students needing support • Assist with health and safety procedures when required Requirements • Experience working with young people or in a care/support role • Knowledge of safeguarding and wellbeing support • Strong communication and empathy • Good organisational and record keeping skills • First aid training (or willingness to obtain) Application To apply, please send your CV as soon as possible.