Refocus Lead

WMJobs; Coventry; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

EAP (Employee Assistance Programme)

LGPS pension scheme

Wellbeing and professional development

Job summary

West Coventry Academy invites applications for a dedicated Refocus Lead to join our pastoral team, supporting the personal development and wellbeing of students in Years 7–11 within a safe, respectful environment.

The role focuses on targeted behaviour support, leading the daily Refocus Room operations, data analysis, attendance monitoring and home/school liaison to promote student welfare and learning. Interviews will take place as soon as suitable applications are received.

Qualifications

• Experience in pastoral roles or working with students in a support capacity.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Committed to the learning and development of students and to the ethos of the school.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate the Refocus Room operations to support students.
• Analyse data and monitor attendance, with home/school liaison.
• Provide guidance to students on social development and wellbeing.
• Support safety and welfare of students in line with policies.

Skills

Communication

Pastoral support

Multi-tasking

Job description

West Coventry Academy, West Coventry Academy is seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Refocus Lead to join our pastoral team. This is a vital role focused on supporting the personal development and wellbeing of our students, helping them thrive in a safe, respectful and supportive environment. This role offers the opportunity to make a real difference in providing targeted behaviour support and leading the daily operations of our refocus provision.

Key Responsibilities

• To work with the pastoral team to provide effective pastoral care for Years 7-11, ensuring all students can achieve in a safe and supportive environment To co-ordinate the affective running of the Refocus Room To analyse data, monitor attendance, and home/school liaisons Provide support and advice to students, promoting their social care and personal development with respect to learning, along with ensuing the health and safety of all students in line with school and Trust policies.

What You'll Need To Succeed

• Be able to demonstrate excellent communication and interpersonal abilities. Have experience working within a pastoral role or with students in a supporting role Be able to manage multiple priorities and work effectively under pressure Be committed to supporting the learning and development of students Be committed to supporting the values and ethos of the school.

What You Will Get In Return

• A welcoming, supportive and inclusive school community. Opportunities for professional development and training. A positive working environment where your contribution is valued. The chance to make a real difference to young people's lives An Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) and employee benefits package Competitive pension scheme (Local Government Pension Scheme) Professional development and wellbeing days

Interviews will take place as soon as suitable applications are received.