Education Officer
Education Officer
Employee type
Contract, Temporary
Salary
£22/hour
Category
Education
Job Description
Belmont Recruitment are currently looking for an Education Officer to join Cheshire East Council on an initial 3 month temporary contract. This is a full-time role working 37 hours per week, Monday to Friday.
Key Responsibilities
* Lead on the Local Authority's statutory duties relating to Elective Home Education (EHE).
* Monitor the education and wellbeing of children who are educated other than at school and take appropriate action where concerns are identified.
* Work with schools and advise them on their responsibilities and the correct procedures for EHE referrals.
* Work directly with parents, children, schools and other agencies, providing advice, support and signposting where appropriate.
* Establish and maintain accurate records of children who are educated other than at school, using effective tracking and referral systems.
* Use appropriate legal procedures, including School Attendance Orders, where parents do not satisfy the Local Authority that a child is receiving a suitable education.
* Collect and analyse information and data relating to EHE and Romany Gypsy and Traveller families.
* Arrange and participate in meetings with families, schools and partner organisations.
Requirements:
* Experience working with families and young people.
* Good knowledge and understanding of safeguarding.
* Experience working with partner agencies and professionals.
Please reply with an up to date CV ASAP if this role would be of interest to you