Children Missing Education Officer Redeployment 21794

• Suffolk County Council
• Address: Endeavour House Ipswich IP1 2BX - Hybrid
• Salary: 34434 per annum (pro rata for part time)
• Hours: 37 flexible working options available
• Contract: Permanent

Were passionate about improving the future for the children and young people of Suffolk. If you are too join us as a Children Missing Education Officer (CME) and make a huge and meaningful impact. Your innovation and drive will help us to continue improving and evolving. Our opportunities and support will enable you to make a difference and leave a positive lasting legacy.

Reimagine the possibilities.

Your role and responsibilities

You will:

• lead on CME investigations to locate children believed to be missing education ensuring the local authority fulfil their legal duties under Section 436A of the Education Act 1996.
• develop and deliver CME Information and training to schools SCC Teams and other partner agencies and professionals to raise the profile of the CME Team and promote the inclusion of all children and young people within educational settings.
• provide support and guidance to Headteachers school staff and other professionals in relation to the appropriate roll removal of a pupil and new admissions to the school roll.
• prepare detailed case notes reports and statistical data for internal use and external inspections.
• be responsible for the coordination administration and issue School Attendance Orders (SAOs) within the legal framework timescales.

You will need:

• to be passionate about making a positive difference for Suffolk.
• to demonstrates a practical understanding of solution focused approaches of intervention
• knowledge of the social and emotional influences on childrens ability to learn with a sensitive and inclusive approach to matters relating to disability sexuality gender and ethnicity.

You can view a full list of requirements in theJob and Person Profile (Word).If you believe you can succeed in this role apply. Even if you dont meet all requirements still apply. We would appreciate the opportunity to consider your application.

The team

Our team plays a vital role in helping children and young people across the local authority access education consistently and confidently. By working closely with schools families and partner agencies we identify and address barriers to learning driven by the belief that every child deserves the opportunity to thrive through education. Being part of our team means making a tangible impact on childrens lives while developing professionally through training shadowing opportunities and cross-team projects. We foster a culture of encouragement and curiosity where ideas are valued and growth is supported. To promote wellbeing and productivity we embrace flexible and hybrid working offering a balance of remote work community engagement with families and dedicated office time for face-to-face collaboration.

Empowering Everyone

Were big believers in potential possibility and the power of different ideas. Were always searching for ways to encourage respect and enable everyone to be the best they can be. We want to represent the diverse communities we serve. We welcome applications from all individuals especially those from groups that are currently underrepresented in the organisation as shown in our Workforce Equality Report.

For more information

Please contact Victoria Winter for a casual conversation. You can reach her by calling or emailing

How to apply

Step 1 - Read the Job and Person Profile (JPP) (Word).

Step 2 -Click Apply Now to start your online application.

Step 3 -Upload asupporting statementanswering the following questions below (no more than 300 words per question). You should use theSupporting Statement template.

1. Tell us about a time you identified a safeguarding risk linked to a child. What actions did you take and what was the outcome

2. Describe a time you challenged assumptions during an enquiry to avoid drift.

3. Describe how youve used data to monitor outcomes and drive service improvements in Children Missing Education.

4. Tell us about a time you applied a solutionfocused approach to reengage a child or family with education.

5. Describe a time you had to professionally challenge a senior leader.

6. Share a time when field visits or welfare checks changed the trajectory of a case.

We value authentic applications thatshowcaseyour genuine skills and experiences. Applications suspected of being generated by AI may be rejected. We ask you to present your own work and ideas throughout the application process.

Please note:Without a supporting statement your interest will not be you require any reasonable adjustments to the application process before the next selection stage please contact our Recruitment Team by emailingor calling.If you are invited to the next stage ofselection you will have another opportunity to request adjustments for the next stages of the process.

Closing date:11.30pm 8 January 2026

This authority is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) checks or police vetting will be required for relevant posts. #Hybrid