Work where it matters most, achieve what matters more 

Be part of a team where passion meets purpose, as we work together where the challenge is greatest to change the lives and build the futures of children and young people. 

We are seeking a committed and resilient Education Welfare Officer to play a vital role in improving student attendance and engagement across secondary school. This is a highly impactful position where you will work directly with students, families and external agencies to remove barriers to attendance and ensure every child can succeed.

You will lead on targeted interventions, including supporting persistently absent students, conducting home visits and implementing strategies that drive sustained improvement. This role is key to strengthening our whole-school culture of attendance and ensuring we meet our statutory responsibilities, particularly in a context where attendance is a priority for improvement.

About you

You will be passionate about making a difference to young people’s lives and have the resilience to work in a fast-paced, challenging environment. You will bring strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build trust with families while also providing appropriate challenge where needed.

You’ll have experience of working with young people or vulnerable families and a good understanding of the barriers that impact school attendance. Highly organised and solution-focused, you will be confident analysing data, managing caseloads, and working collaboratively with colleagues and external agencies. Above all, you will be determined, empathetic and committed to ensuring every student is supported to attend, achieve and thrive.

About the Academy

We are a welcoming, positive thinking community Academy located in Grimsby, not far from the beautiful Lincolnshire Wolds, coastline and countryside.

We pride ourselves on being values driven and our ASPIRE (Achievement, Support, Perseverance, Independence, Respect and Engage) values are at the heart of Academy life.

OMA offers a dynamic and inclusive workplace with outstanding professional development opportunities. Student well-being, safety, and success are our top priorities. Under the leadership of Principal Rob Spendlow, we have built a nurturing environment where students feel safe and supported, fostering positive attitudes toward learning. If you’re ready to contribute to a team that strives for excellence and creates meaningful change, Ormiston Maritime Academy is the place for you.

Why Work for Ormiston?

Our vision is to create a school system where every child thrives, regardless of background. Our people are at the heart of our approach – they are our greatest asset.  

We exist to provide the best learning opportunities every day, in every school for every child. It is the people and teams in our Trust who make this a reality and ensure we have the greatest impact. If you join us at Ormiston, whatever your role, your work will have purpose and meaning.

Ormiston, where every member of staff enjoys… 

• The opportunity to build on the legacy of those who came before – being part of one of the longest standing Trusts, created with the sole purpose of enabling children and young people to thrive. 
• Working for a Trust nationally recognised for its impact on disadvantaged children – a rewarding, stimulating career where staff are challenged to be the best they can be, for the pupils we are proud to serve.
• Being part of a team and community where you belong – being part of a well-resourced and ambitious network of experts and professionals that work at the heart of communities. 
• A supportive environment to grow your career – an extensive professional development programme, alongside flexible working arrangements and generous benefits. 

As a staff member at an Ormiston Academies Trust (OAT) academy, you can expect a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your professional development, personal well-being, and work-life balance. While specific benefits may vary slightly between individual academies, the core offerings across the Trust include: 

• A collaborative space where people feel respected, empowered, and truly valued 
• A nationwide school network offering shared resources and opportunities
• Flexible working arrangements 
• Automatic pay progression   
• Generous pension and life cover 
• Discounts on retail, travel and leisure through our benefits platform 
• Access to discounts including the Blue Light Card  
• Cycle to work scheme
• Access to health and well-being programmes, including counselling service

Further information about what it means to work at Ormiston Maritime Academy is available in the attached brochures, along with a detailed job description and person specifications.

For any questions please contact the recruitment team via recruitment@omacademy.co.uk

Applications should be submitted via the link above by the closing date stated.

Early applications are encouraged as we reserve the right to close the vacancy early should a suitable candidate be found. In line with guidance in Keeping Children Safe in Education, CVs will not be accepted. 

Ormiston Maritime Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share in this commitment. Ormiston Academies Trust embraces diversity and promotes equality of opportunity.  Flexible working opportunities will be considered. 

All successful appointments will be subject to suitability checks in accordance with KCSIE, including identity, Right to Work, qualifications, online searches, prohibition check, two references and enhanced DBS check including Children’s Barred List.

This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (ROA) 1974. Guidance on the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the Exceptions Order 1975, which provides information about which convictions must be declared during job applications and related exceptions, can be found here: https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/new-guidance-on-the-rehabilitation-of-offenders-act-1974

All of our academy policies can be found here: policies