Student Support Leader. Job in Falmer Education & Training Jobs

Aldridge Education; Falmer; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational organization in Falmer is seeking a Student Support Leader to enhance student behaviour and resilience. The role involves monitoring behaviour, coordinating interventions, and fostering collaboration among students, staff, and families. The ideal candidate should possess strong communication and organisational skills, with the ability to effectively engage parents in the support process. This full-time position offers a supportive environment with numerous employee benefits, including flexible working opportunities and a pension scheme.

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 behaviour and pastoral support within an educational environment.
• Ability to analyze data to identify underachievement.
• Knowledge of effective intervention strategies.

Responsibilities

• Support the Academy’s aims by improving student behaviour and resilience.
• Lead intervention meetings and coordinate strategies.
• Engage parents and carers in behaviour support processes.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Relationship-building skills

Organisational skills

Ability to work under pressure

Ability to influence colleagues

Job description

Student Support Leader

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

Join the Aldridge Education Family!

Looking for a fulfilling career with great perks? Here’s why working for Aldridge Education is the right choice for you:

• Aldridge Benefits Scheme: Enjoy exclusive offers and discounts tailored just for you!
• Cycle to Work Scheme: Save money and stay fit with the 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!