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Lynette Richards

Halesowen,West Midlands

Summary

Dedicated professional with extensive training in diversity, equality, and child welfare. Skilled in Prevent Training, first aid, and student resilience. Proficient in education legislation and Ofsted standards, with a strong focus on parental engagement and collaboration with school staff. Committed to enhancing student well-being through effective attendance tracking and fostering inclusive environments.

Overview

25
25
years of professional experience
2
2
years of post-secondary education

Work history

Education Welfare Officer

Self-Employed
Halesowen , West Midlands
11.2019 - Current
  • Collaborated with multiple agencies to deliver comprehensive support for students.
  • Encouraged regular school attendance through diligent monitoring and communication with families.
  • Developed tailored support programmes addressing diverse needs of statutory age pupils.
  • Conducted home visits to engage families in the education attendance process.
  • Liaised with families, pupils, school staff, and senior leadership to enhance student attendance.
  • Prepared detailed reports for local authorities regarding children's welfare while adhering to GDPR and child protection guidelines.
  • Assessed students' needs to implement appropriate intervention strategies for improved educational outcomes.
  • Maintained knowledge of attendance laws to support schools and families effectively.
  • I have worked in two local authorities and supported over 50 schools ranging from primary, secondary and sixth form

KS4 & Post 16 Student Support Co-ordinator

Lordswood Girls' School
Harborne, Birmingham
06.2007 - 11.2019
  • Collaborated with pastoral staff to implement policies and procedures effectively.
  • Managed student behaviour in line with school behaviour policy.
  • Supported students and families with welfare needs.
  • Utilised school systems such as Cpoms, SIMS, Bromcom, and Arbor for monitoring attendance and safeguarding.
  • Assisted in managing student progress and achievements while communicating regularly with families.
  • Coordinated parents' evenings, achievement awards ceremonies, and Year 11 proms through meticulous planning.
  • Facilitated meetings with families and students to address concerns regularly.
  • Oversaw attendance management in compliance with legal frameworks.

Sales office clerk

Sterex Electrolysis Ltd
Tyseley, Birmingham
05.2000 - 07.2007
  • Ensured transparency in transactions by maintaining accurate sales records.
  • Organised filing system for quick access to essential documents and data.
  • Promoted a professional office environment to enhance work culture.
  • Coordinated meetings and schedules to optimise team time management.
  • Handled customer inquiries efficiently, delivering high-quality service.
  • Managed inventory and office supplies to support daily operations.

Education

GNVQ Business Administration - Administration

Cadbury College
Kings Norton
09.1997 - 07.1999

Skills

Training

Prevent Training September 2015

HBT Bullying Specialists – Diversity Role Models & Brook – November 2015

QA Level 3 Award in First Aid at Work – Safeaid Services – February 2016

Student Resilience Training – New Start October 2016

Annual Update 1 completed – Safeaid Services – February 2017

Various Training

  • Familiarity with ofsted standards
  • familiarity with education legislation
  • Equality and diversity awareness
  • Education legislation knowledge
  • Parental engagement
  • Attendance tracking
  • Collaboration with school staff
  • Child welfare expertise

Timeline

Education Welfare Officer

Self-Employed
11.2019 - Current

KS4 & Post 16 Student Support Co-ordinator

Lordswood Girls' School
06.2007 - 11.2019

Sales office clerk

Sterex Electrolysis Ltd
05.2000 - 07.2007

GNVQ Business Administration - Administration

Cadbury College
09.1997 - 07.1999

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