Bridge Manager (Secondary)

Northern Education Trust; Tees Valley; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free flu vaccinations

Free onsite parking

High quality CPD

Occupational sick pay

LGPS

Employee Assistance Programme

Job summary

Northern Education Trust is seeking a dedicated Hub Management professional to coordinate lesson attendance, manage a weekly timetable, and source differentiated materials for SEND students. You will work with teachers and the Inclusion Co-ordinator to support vulnerable pupils and track progress.

The role emphasises safeguarding, GDPR compliance, and collaboration with families and external agencies, offering development opportunities across NET schools.

Qualifications

• Ability to support wellbeing and resilience of pupils in a busy school environment.
• Strong organisational skills to manage timetables and invigilations.
• Clear communication with colleagues, parents, and external agencies.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate attendance and maintain weekly timetable for pupils.
• Source differentiated materials for SEND students from teachers.
• Develop resources focusing on anger management, behaviour, and social skills.
• Mentor vulnerable students to build literacy, numeracy, ICT, and problem-solving skills.
• Collaborate with Inclusion Co-ordinator, parents, carers, and external partners.
• Oversee student records and contribute to reviews and achievement initiatives.

Skills

Empathy

Organised

Strong communicator

GDPR & safeguarding

Job description

Hub Management: Serve as the gatekeeper for "the Bridge," coordinating lesson attendance and maintaining an up-to-date weekly timetable. Curriculum Support: Liaise with teachers to source subject-specific work and provide suitably differentiated materials for SEND students. Resource Development: Create specialized resources focused on anger management, behavior management, and social skills. Student Mentorship: Act as a primary point of contact for vulnerable students, helping them develop literacy, numeracy, ICT, and problem-solving skills. Collaboration: Work closely with the Inclusion Co-ordinator, parents, carers, and outside agencies like the Education and Welfare Officer (EWO). Progress Tracking: Oversee student records, contribute to reviews, and manage achievement initiatives to celebrate student success. Who You Are Empathetic & Resilient: You have a passion for promoting the welfare of children and reinforcing their self-esteem. Organized: You can handle complex administrative tasks, from invigilating exams to managing individual student timetables. A Strong Communicator: You are comfortable providing regular feedback to colleagues and participating in wider Trust meetings. Duty-Bound: You understand the critical importance of GDPR, confidentiality, and safeguarding.

• The opportunity to work and progress across the family of schools, should you wish in the future;
• The chance to apply for leadership roles in the Deeps structure taking on a whole school leadership project;
• The support and expertise of Director of Subjects.
• A full and detailed programme of support and development for all;
• A further comprehensive programme of professional development, including leadership, provided through the NET Staff College.
• Free flu vaccinations
• Free onsite parking
• High quality continuous professional development
• Occupational sick pay, maternity and paternity pay
• Access to the generous Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS)
• Employee Assistance Programme

In accordance with Keeping Children Safe in Education 2026, an online search will be completed on all shortlisted applicants prior to interview. Any relevant information will be discussed further with the applicant during the interview process. The Trust is committed to considering flexible working requests. The Trust is committed to safer recruitment practice and pre-employment checks will be undertaken before any appointment is confirmed. All posts are subject to enhanced disclosure and barring service checks. We expect all adults to share our commitment to safeguarding and the health and wellbeing of our pupils.