Education Officer

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