Job Title: School Engagement Officer Location: Secondary School, Taunton Salary: £89 - £100 per day Hours: 37 hours per week (08:00–16:00 Mon–Thu, 08:00–15:30 Fri) Contract: Term Time Only (38 weeks) Are you passionate about supporting young people to succeed in education? We are looking for a dedicated and proactive School Engagement Officer to join a thriving secondary school, working with students and families to improve attendance, engagement, and wellbeing. About the Role: This is a rewarding and varied role focused on safeguarding, attendance, and engagement. You’ll work directly with students whose attendance is a concern, providing tailored support to help them re-engage with school life and reach their potential. The role includes home visits, close liaison with parents and carers, and partnership with teaching and pastoral staff to ensure every child has the best chance to succeed. As part of the safeguarding and attendance team, you will also act as a Deputy Designated Safeguarding Lead, ensuring that high standards of care, record keeping, and safeguarding practice are maintained. Key Responsibilities: • Implement strategies to improve student attendance and punctuality • Work with families and staff to address barriers to learning and engagement • Provide 1:1 and small group interventions to support students in developing positive habits • Act as a key link between school, parents, and external agencies • Contribute to safeguarding processes and maintain accurate records • Recognise and reward positive attendance through the school’s reward systems • Support the wider school ethos by promoting inclusion, equality, and positive relationships Who We’re Looking For: • A resilient and empathetic individual with strong communication skills • Experience working with young people and families, ideally within education, youth work, or social care • An ability to build trust and motivate students to make positive choices • Strong organisational skills and confidence in liaising with external agencies • Commitment to safeguarding, confidentiality, and promoting equal opportunities Why Join This School? • Make a Real Impact – Help students overcome barriers to learning and thrive in school • Collaborative Team – Work within a supportive pastoral and safeguarding team • Professional Growth – Access to training and CPD opportunities in safeguarding and attendance strategies • Term-Time Hours – Enjoy a strong work-life balance while making a meaningful difference If you’re committed to helping young people succeed and want to play a key role in supporting their attendance, engagement, and wellbeing, we’d love to hear from you. Apply now to join a dedicated secondary school team as a School Engagement Officer. <br/><br />If you are interested, then please click on the apply button and contact Sancha Clark on 0117 472 2400 l Ext: 2016.<br /><br />If you are not interested in this role but know someone else who might be, <strong>don&#39;t forget that we offer &pound;50 in shopping vouchers if you refer a friend to us and we place them in the job.</strong> For more details, contact your local Axcis office.<br /><br /><em>This is a temporary position, unless stated otherwise.</em><br /><br /><em>Axcis is an equal opportunities employer and as such we do not discriminate based on age, gender, disability, race or any other equal opportunities criteria.<br /><br />The company is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. As such, you will be required to provide an up to date DBS, or be prepared to allow Axcis to process one on your behalf, in addition to other mandatory compliance checks in line with the DfE guidelines (for details please see our website).<br /><br />If the position you are applying for involves working with children or vulnerable adults, this post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (ROA) 1974.</em><br /><br /><em>Axcis Education is an employment agency offering temporary supply work for daily, short-term and long-term assignments in addition to permanent positions.<br /><br />You must be suitably qualified for the position advertised and be prepared to attend a face to face interview with Axcis to demonstrate your suitability for this role.<br /><br />Salary / Pay Rate will be dependent on your skills and experience.</em><br /><br /><strong><span style="color:#e0004d;"><a href="/job-page-disclaimer">View the disclaimer</a></span></strong><br /><br /><strong><span style="color:#e0004d;"><strong>Contact: </strong></span><strong> Sancha Clark&nbsp;</strong><br /><br /><strong><span style="color:#e0004d;">Telephone: </span> 0117 472 2400 l Ext: 2016</strong></strong>