Student Support Leader

IAPM; Brighton; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A secondary school in the UK is seeking a dedicated individual for a full-time role focused on maintaining high-quality behaviour and pastoral support. Responsibilities include analyzing behaviour data to improve student success and ensuring a safe environment. Key skills required are strong communication, relationship-building, and the ability to engage with families effectively. The position offers a range of benefits including flexible working opportunities and access to pension schemes.

Benefits

Aldridge Benefits Scheme

Cycle to Work Scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Flexible Working Opportunities

Free On‑Site Parking

Pension Schemes

Refer a Friend Scheme

Qualifications

• Experience in supporting high-quality behaviour and pastoral provision.
• Ability to analyse behaviour data to identify underachievement.
• Experience in coordinating and evaluating strategies for student success.

Responsibilities

• Maintain high-quality behaviour and pastoral provision.
• Coordinate intervention meetings and strategies.
• Engage parents and carers in behaviour-support processes.

Skills

Strong communication

Relationship-building

Organisational skills

Ability to inspire colleagues

Conflict resolution

Job description

Location: Brighton And Hove, UK

Salary: SCP12-17

Contract Type: Fixed Term

Education Phases: Secondary

Working Patterns: Full-Time

Application Deadline: Wednesday, 10th December 2025

Interview Date: 12/12/2025

Expected Working Start Date: 05/01/2026

About Us

Brighton Aldridge Community Academy (BACA) is a dynamic and forward‑thinking secondary school offering a unique blend of academic excellence, vocational training, and personal development. Located in a state‑of‑the‑art £30 million campus, BACA boasts cutting‑edge facilities including specialist science labs, creative media suites, sports academies, and green, sustainable architecture. The Academy has built strong partnerships with professional organisations such as Sussex Cricket and Latest TV, providing students with real‑world experience in sport, media, and construction through its renowned academies. With a curriculum that nurtures resilience, creativity, teamwork, and entrepreneurship supported by initiatives like the BACA 100 enrichment programme. Students are well‑prepared for future success. Rated ‘Good’ by Ofsted, BACA is committed to high‑quality education, career readiness, and strong community engagement, making it a standout choice for families in Brighton and beyond.

Job Description

This role focuses on supporting the Academy's aims by maintaining consistently high‑quality behaviour and pastoral provision through proactive monitoring, targeted interventions, and strong collaboration with staff, students, and families. The position involves analysing behaviour data to identify underachievement, coordinating and evaluating strategies to improve student resilience and success, and ensuring a safe, positive environment across lessons, tutor times, and unstructured periods. The job requires leading and contributing to intervention meetings, preventing bullying, supporting new admissions, and helping students resolve conflicts while involving external agencies when appropriate. Strong communication, relationship‑building, and organisational skills are essential, along with the ability to plan and record intervention work, inspire and influence colleagues, work under pressure, and effectively engage parents and carers in behaviour‑support processes.

Benefits

• Aldridge Benefits Scheme – Enjoy exclusive offers and discounts tailored just for you!
• Cycle to Work Scheme – Save money and stay fit with our bike‑friendly benefits.
• Employee Assistance Programme – Your wellbeing matters! Access free, confidential support whenever you need it.
• Flexible Working Opportunities – Balance work and life with flexibility that suits you.
• Free On‑Site Parking – No more hunting for parking, we've got your spot covered.
• Pension Schemes – Secure your future with access to the Teachers' Pension Scheme or Local Government Pension Scheme.
• Refer a Friend Scheme – Know someone who would love it here. Earn rewards by bringing them on board!