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School Engagement Officer
Job Posted: 29 minutes ago
Salary: £ 21,685 - 23,481 / Annum
Job Type: Contract
Location: Taunton, Somerset
Expire in: a month
Job Description
School Engagement Officer - Secondary School | Taunton
Start Date: September 2025
Contract Type: Term-Time Only (38 weeks)
Working Hours:
Monday to Thursday: 08:00 - 16:00 Friday: 08:00 - 15:30
Salary: Grade 13 FTE £25,989 - £28,142 Actual £21,685 - £23,481
Prospero Teaching is working closely with a secondary school in Taunton who are seeking a committed and proactive School Engagement Officer to join their Student Services team. This is a student-facing role focused on safeguarding, attendance, and engagement.
Key Responsibilities:
Support the development and implementation of attendance strategies, including home visits and liaison with families
Lead individual and group interventions to improve student attendance and punctuality
Prioritise support for disadvantaged students and those with persistent absence
Act as a Deputy Designated Safeguarding Lead, maintaining high standards of safeguarding practice
Collaborate with teaching, pastoral, and external teams to support student welfare
Monitor attendance data, complete statutory returns, and maintain accurate records
Promote positive attitudes toward learning, behaviour, and attendance
Uphold school policies including safeguarding, health & safety, and data protection
Ideal Candidate:
Experience working with young people in education, youth work, or social care
Strong understanding of safeguarding and attendance legislation
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Ability to work independently and collaboratively
Committed to inclusion, equality, and diversity
Enhanced Child Workforce DBS on the update service (Or willing to apply for one!)This is a rewarding opportunity to make a meaningful impact on student's lives, helping them overcome barriers to learning and thrive in a supportive school environment.
Interested?
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