Student Support Worker

Wetherby High School; Wetherby; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A forward-thinking educational institution in Wetherby is seeking a Student Support Worker. This role focuses on improving student motivation and engagement through restorative approaches. Candidates should have strong communication skills and a good understanding of child development, along with Maths and English GCSEs at grade C or above. The position requires collaboration with staff, families, and external services to support vulnerable students.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting student engagement, including the most vulnerable.
• Understanding of child development and learning strategies.
• Ability to positively influence students.

Responsibilities

• Challenge and support pupils to improve motivation and attendance.
• Implement restorative and relational approaches.
• Liaise with families and other services for student engagement.

Skills

Strong IT skills

Well-developed organisational and communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

Maths and English GCSE, grade C or above

Job description

Student Support Worker

Wetherby High School is a forward‑thinking school in a semi‑rural area of North Leeds. We pride ourselves on an inclusive and restorative ethos that gives every student the opportunity to realise their full potential.

Overview

This role supports pupils’ motivation, attendance, engagement and character for learning through restorative and relational approaches. The successful candidate will partner with staff, families and external services to secure outcomes for all learners.

Responsibilities

• Challenge and support pupils to improve motivation, attendance, engagement and character for learning.
• Develop and implement restorative and relational approaches to inclusion.
• Support progress and liaise with families and other services to secure attendance and engagement.
• Share best practice with colleagues to enhance student support strategies.

Qualifications

• Maths and English GCSE, grade C or above.
• Strong IT skills.
• Well‑developed organisational and communication skills.
• Basic understanding of child development and learning strategies.

Experience Required

• Successful experience supporting student engagement, including working with the full range of students, especially the most vulnerable.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to positively influence students.
• Experience liaising with colleagues, parents/carers and partner organisations.

Other Requirements

Commitment to a restorative approach and the school values: "Know our children well", "Partners in Learning", "Character for Achievement" and "Enjoy and Aspire". Willingness to innovate and do things differently.

Additional Information

All successful applications will be subject to an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring check and satisfactory references. The school promotes diversity and safeguards, encouraging early applications. The advert may close early if sufficient applications are received.

Contact: [e-mail] • Deadline: 3^rd November 2025, Noon.

For further information about this vacancy and our school, please visit our school website.