Student Support Specialist - Secondary

The Westgate School; Winchester; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

The Westgate School in Winchester seeks individuals to support pupils across the secondary phase, promoting a positive learning environment and building strong relationships with students and staff. You will communicate clearly, demonstrate initiative, and contribute to a team that motivates pupils to succeed.

Patience, creativity and enthusiasm are essential as you help manage behaviour and support learning across lessons, with occasional primary-phase coverage when required.

Qualifications

• Clear, positive communication with pupils and adults.
• Ability to build strong working relationships across the school.
• Supportive approach to encouraging good behaviour and a positive learning environment.
• Shows initiative and good time management.
• Patient, imaginative and enthusiastic when supporting pupils.
• Works well independently and in a team.
• Upholds school values to help every pupil succeed.

Skills

Clear communication

Positive relationships

Patience and empathy

Enthusiasm

Time management

Initiative

Teamwork

School values

Education

GCSE Maths and English (Grade 4/C) or equivalent

Job description

The Westgate School in Winchester seeks individuals to support pupils across the secondary phase, promoting a positive learning environment and building strong relationships with students and staff. You will communicate clearly, demonstrate initiative, and contribute to a team that motivates pupils to succeed.

Patience, creativity and enthusiasm are essential as you help manage behaviour and support learning across lessons, with occasional primary-phase coverage when required.