Job Introduction
We are looking for someone who is enthusiastic, positive and committed to supporting young people. The successful candidate will be resilient, adaptable and proactive, with the ability to build strong relationships and inspire confidence. You will maintain high expectations whilst demonstrating empathy, patience and calmness, and be committed to understanding and supporting the individual needs of every student.
This role would suit someone from a wide range of professional backgrounds, particularly those with experience of working with young people, supporting others, coaching, mentoring, customer-facing roles, health and social care, or education. It also offers an excellent opportunity for anyone considering a future career in education and looking to gain valuable experience within a highly supportive school environment. The school actively encourages applications from candidates with diverse skills, experiences and backgrounds.
We are seeking someone who:
- Is passionate about supporting young people to succeed.
- Builds positive and professional relationships with students, families and colleagues.
- Maintains high expectations whilst demonstrating empathy, patience and understanding.
- Is resilient, adaptable and proactive in their approach.
- Has excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Works effectively as part of a team and contributes positively to school life.
- Is committed to ongoing professional development.
- Shares our belief that every student can succeed with the right support and encouragement.
Using a coaching-based approach, you will build positive and supportive relationships with allocated students, enabling them to thrive in school. You will work closely with staff, families and students to identify the most effective strategies and interventions to support progress and wellbeing. This may include daily check-ins, targeted one-to-one interventions, adapting activities, supporting classroom strategies and helping students develop the skills and confidence to become successful learners.
This is an excellent opportunity to join a highly supportive school community and make a genuine difference to the lives of young people every day.
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.
