Student Support Officer

To further support the pastoral care of our students and work under the direction of our pastoral team, Senior Leaders, Heads of Year to provide pastoral care, support and guidance to our students. The role will be based at the Westwood Academy. The successful candidate would ideally have some experience of working in a secondary school or working in youth services, however a commitment to learn and a willingness to engage positively with young people. In addition to supporting the behaviour within the school, the role will also support the promotion of high levels of attendance and punctuality of students in-line with key areas of safeguarding, well-being, and attendance. The candidate will provide support to students and liaise with key staff across the school including Heads of Years, and senior Leader, as they manage our students' behaviour and pastoral concerns. The Student Support Officer will work within the pastoral team to help manage case-loads of students and organise the liaison between the school, students, parents/carers, outside agencies and other professionals as necessary. Our on-going aim and commitment is to support students to achieve their full potential. Key areas of the role will include:

• Working with the Heads of Year, other Student Support Officers and Assistant Head to provide support on pastoral and behaviour issues as directed.
• Supporting the attendance team on a daily basis to collate and input data and liaise with parents and carers regarding attendance as appropriate.
• Support students with personal, social, development and behavioural issues.
• Provide a strategic link within the pastoral team for the school, outside agencies and parents.
• Provide administration to the pastoral team, writing reports and submitting referrals to the appropriate levels of staff.
• Collecting and supervising students for detentions and other sanctions.
• Supporting with the on-call system.
• Carry out independent investigation reports on incidents involving students.
• Monitor, maintain and retain accurate records in line with data protection and GDPR.
• Support staff in the implementation of effective safeguarding procedures.
• Liaise and prepare reports regarding sanctions and rewards for the Assistant Head and pastoral team as required.
• Assist with early identification of disengagement and contribute to interventions to encourage re-engagement.
• Establish and maintain effective and supportive relations with students, parents/carers., We reserve the right to close this advert early, should a suitable candidate be found. We will be reviewing applications as they are received.
  
  This presents an excellent opportunity for an individual possessing strong communication skills who is looking to build a career within the education sector, working directly with students. We seek an individual with a passion for education, ambition, and the capacity to collaborate effectively within a strong team comprising teaching and support staff. The ideal candidate should also demonstrate an ability to engage with young people in a creative and supportive manner. Our Trust offers an exceptional environment conducive to the flourishing of both our staff and students.
  
  The Westwood Academy operates under the umbrella of the Kenilworth Multi-Academy Trust, a progressive and ambitious trust. We provide a stimulating learning atmosphere coupled with an exemplary shared Continuous Professional Development (CPD) program. We take pride in our academic achievements and the pastoral care we offer, fostering a sense of community within our modest yet expanding school.
  
  Excellent CPD opportunities
• A supportive team of colleagues across the school
• A dedicated and forward-looking management team, with highly skilled staff upholding high expectations and aspirations for our students.
• Shared on-line resources to support the development of student learning.
• Classrooms are fully equipped with large interactive TV screens and all the latest technologies at both the schools across the Trust.
• A wide enrichment programme in which you can participate.
• Full benefits of gym membership.
• Employee well-being benefits via our Employee Assist healthcare programme (Benenden) physiotherapy, 24/7 GP and mental health support, retail and gym discounts, free flu vaccination, free gym, a laptop, free on-site parking and free electric car charging.
• Flexible working hours to accommodate a healthy work-life balance.