Job Description

Student Support Lead
Location: Chesterfield (S43)
Days: Monday to Friday
Hours: Full Time
Salary: 100 - 115 Per Day
Start Date: Asap
End Date: 17th February 2025, with the potential for a permanent role

Benefits: Competitive Rates of Pay Leadership Development Opportunities Regular CPD Permanent Opportunity

Long Term Futures is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Student Support Lead to support a mainstream secondary school in the Chesterfield (S43) area. The successful candidate will be the initial point of contact for day-to-day guidance and support for students within a defined year group.

This is a rewarding opportunity for a passionate individual to make a significant impact on the lives of young people.

Roles & Responsibilities:

• Provide strategic leadership in the area of student support, working with colleagues to ensure high standards of behaviour and attitudes across the school.
• Plan and manage a co-ordinated pastoral support programme for students and their families.
• Develop and implement initiatives to support student well-being, resilience, and academic progress.
• Organise and Lead TAF Meetings for students and attend case reviews as required.
• Collaborate with the school attendance officer and heads of section to identify students requiring intervention to improve attendance.
• Collaborate with the Assistant Headteacher, teaching staff, and external agencies to ensure appropriate interventions for students.
• Lead on attendance monitoring, ensuring accurate records and working proactively to address absenteeism.
• Take lead in managing the behaviour of a year group.

The school is looking to appoint someone who:

• Has experience in student support, pastoral care, and behaviour management.
• Possesses strong leadership and communication skills, with the ability to engage students, staff, and external stakeholders effectively.
• Demonstrates a commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.
• Has an Enhanced DBS certificate.

If you feel you would be the right fit for this role, please apply by submitting your CV. If you are a successful applicant, you will be contacted by Millie to arrange the next steps in the progression of your application.