Student Support Leader

Lift Schools; Slapewath; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive training

Generous benefits

Lifestyle perks

Job summary

Lift Unity City is seeking a StudentSupport Leader to join our pastoral team, focusing on year-group wellbeing, behaviour and attendance. You will build trusted relationships with students, families and colleagues to create a supportive school community.

You’ll work with teachers, the SEND team and external agencies to provide the right support, monitor trends, and use data to drive improvements in student progress and wellbeing.

Qualifications

• GCSE Maths and English (Grade 4/C or above) or equivalent.
• Experience motivating young people and promoting high expectations.
• Strong data skills - able to analyse trends and use insights to drive action.
• Knowledge of safeguarding, child protection and the education sector.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills with students, families and professionals.
• Calm, confident behaviour management with the ability to de-escalate challenging situations.

Responsibilities

• Support students with their wellbeing by providing proactive pastoral support and early intervention to help them feel included in school life.
• Work with teachers and families to create plans that help students succeed.
• Work with the SEND team and other agencies to provide the right support.
• Monitor behaviour, attendance and punctuality, identifying trends and implementing effective strategies.
• Act as a key worker for vulnerable and “at risk” students, including those with SEND or safeguarding needs.
• Use data systems to track, analyse and report on student progress, behaviour and pastoral trends.

Skills

Motivating young people

Data analysis

Communication

Behaviour management

Safeguarding

Job description

Do you care about helping young people succeed and supporting their wellbeing every day? Lift Unity City is looking for a StudentSupport Leader to join our pastoral team.

We believe every child deserves an excellent education, and our team works together to make that happen. Our approach to pastoral care puts students at the heart of everything we do, and we value creativity, teamwork, and honest communication.

About the role

You’ll look after students in a specific year group, helping them with behaviour, attendance, and wellbeing. This role is about building trusted relationships with students, families, and colleagues to create a supportive school community. Would you like to be part of a team where your work makes a real difference?

Keyresponsibilities

• Support students with their wellbeing by providing proactive pastoral support and early intervention to help them feel included in school life
• Work with teachers and families to create plans that help students succeed
• Work with the SEND team and other agencies to provide the right support
• Monitor behaviour, attendance and punctuality, identifying trends and implementing effective strategies
• Act as a key worker for vulnerable and “at risk” students, including those with SEND or safeguarding needs
• Use data systems to track, analyse and report on student progress, behaviour and pastoral trends

We are looking for someone who has

• GCSE Maths and English (Grade 4/C or above) or equivalent
• Experience motivating young people and promoting high expectations
• Strong data skills - able to analyse trends and use insights to drive action
• Knowledge of safeguarding, child protection and the education sector
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills with students, families and professionals
• Calm, confident behaviour management with the ability to de-escalate challenging situation.

About Lift Unity City

Lift Unity City a thriving and diverse school in Middlesbrough, known for its sharp focus on student success and we are proudofour supportive community and collaborative culture. Our school vision is simple, yet powerful- 'everyone has a determination to succeed, a love of learning, pride in their school and a strength of character.' Alongside excellent leadership and teaching, we will help children to go on to lead successful and happy lives.
Here, you'll be part of a passionate team committed to making a real difference, with the opportunity to contribute to an exciting school improvement journey and see your impact firsthand. With a clear vision and strong community behind us, Lift Unity City is a place where success is the expectation.

Who is Lift Schools?

We’re a diverse and inclusive network of schools with one clear mission; to provide an excellent education to every child - in every classroom, every day. And we do this across each of our 62 schools. As with our students, we want our team to be empowered to do their best work, supported by the best leadership they’ve ever had.
We acknowledge and appreciate the exceptional efforts of everyone here in making this an incredible organisation

Lift Schools offer you:

• Comprehensive training: Access a wide range of developmental training to boost your career.
• Generous benefits: From your pension plan to healthcare and financial support, we’ve got you covered.
• Lifestyle perks: Enjoy discounted gym memberships and travel deals

At Lift Schools, we welcome people from all backgrounds and experiences. We're committed to equality, diversity, and inclusion, and we want you to bring your whole self to work. Does this sound like the right environment for you?

Do you have the right to work in the UK? If so, we’d love to hear from you.

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