Job Introduction
We work exceptionally hard to offer our students the best possible educational opportunities and unlock the potential in every child. As part of this commitment, we are seeking a Coordinator of Student Support Services to join our friendly and enthusiastic Student Support team due retirement.
Our dedicated pastoral team plays a vital role in supporting students to overcome any barriers to their learning. This is a rewarding opportunity for someone passionate about student welfare, wellbeing, and development. The successful candidate will also undertake a first aid course as part of this role.
Key Responsibilities
Support the delivery of high standards and strong outcomes within Student Support Services, ensuring an effective, student‑centred provision.
Promote the well-being, development, and success of students by offering supportive, inspirational, and caring guidance to all who access Student Support Services.
Oversee the Medical Facility, including the effective delivery of first aid and medical care, scanning and logging all Accident & Incident (A&I) forms, and managing medical supplies.
Manage the day‑to‑day operation of the Student Support Services Main Workroom, including maintaining the daily tracker, coordinating student work, and liaising with parents when required.
Support the Head of Year in overseeing baseline testing for in‑year admissions, ensuring assessments are completed and recorded accurately.
Coordinate support and guidance for identified Young Carers, ensuring their needs are understood and met appropriately.
Deliver additional support for students with mental health, wellbeing or other identified needs, beyond scheduled G.E.M. sessions where required.
Please refer to the full job description and person specification for further details about this rewarding role,
Your Opportunity
The successful candidate will:
- Highly motivated and committed
- Good numeracy/literacy skills educated to GCSE level standard.
- Well organised and punctual with a professional attitude to work
- Will to work as part of a hard-working, dedicated team
- Positive, proactive, with a good sense of humour who is willing to work flexibly to meet the changing needs of the school
- Be an active member of school life and actively subscribe to the ethos of the school
In return we will offer you:
- A professional, supportive and dedicated staff team focused on raising achievement
- Enthusiastic students who value their learning environment
- Strong opportunities for professional development
- A caring, vibrant school community
- Personalised CPD tailored to your needs
- Private Health Care and 24/7 access to a virtual GP
- Flu Jabs
- Local Government Pension Scheme
Please visit our school website on www.fareham-academy.co.uk/vacancies
Safer Recruitment
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment. All successful candidates will be subject to Disclosure and Barring Service checks along with other relevant employment checks.
