Student Welfare Manager

Aureus School; East Hagbourne; Sur place; GBP 26 000 - 28 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Aureus School in England seeks a Student Welfare Manager with designated safeguarding lead responsibilities. The role sits within the pastoral team, collaborating with Heads of Year, parents, and external agencies to support vulnerable students.

This permanent post offers 37.5 hours per week across 41 weeks per year from November 2026. Salary is GLF Specialist 1-6 £28,009 - £29,250 FTE, actual £26,387 - £27,556. We value commitment, energy and a genuine passion for student welfare.

Qualifications

• Experience in safeguarding and pastoral care within a school setting.
• Strong collaboration with families, staff and external agencies.

Responsabilités

• Provide designated safeguarding lead responsibility and oversee welfare provision.
• Collaborate with Head of Year, parents and students to secure positive outcomes for vulnerable learners.
• Lead and contribute to a broad welfare and pastoral programme across the school.

Connaissances

Interpersonal skills

Safeguarding

Pastoral leadership

Description du poste

Aureus School are seeking an enthusiastic and committed Student Welfare Manager, who is motivated to work with passion and a relentless energy to make a significant difference to the students at our school who require that little bit extra guidance and support. This position is for a senior leader with designated safeguarding lead responsibility.

Your opportunity

This rewarding role is a real chance to make a difference to the lives of the young people in our community. You will have a passion for supporting young people and a desire to help them develop confidence and skills to deal with the daily challenges they face. You will be part of the wider pastoral team, working with a Head of Year and parents and students alike. You will have excellent interpersonal skills to work closely with students, their families, teachers and external agencies to achieve positive outcomes for the student.

Please see the Job Description and Person Specification for full details.

About Aureus School

Aureus School is an 11-16 co-educational comprehensive school. In its most recent Ofsted inspection (October 2024), Aureus School was graded good in all areas. We firmly believe that every child deserves the opportunity to succeed, and our approach is driven by a belief in a comprehensive education centred around high expectations for all. As a community, we believe in creating a learning environment that is both engaging and exciting, with an education that challenges our students to think critically and push boundaries. There is no limit to what our students can achieve, and we provide the necessary support and resources so that everyone can succeed.

As a purpose-built school, opened in 2017, Aureus has brand new technology using the latest equipment to enhance the students' learning experience. Our mission is simple: Cultivating ambition; high standards for all. We are committed to providing an exceptional learning environment that empowers all of our students to succeed. Our vision and core values of Ambition, Resilience and Respect guide every aspect of our educational journey, ensuring that each student's experience is marked by excellence, ambition and unwavering high standards.

Join the GLF Schools Community

As a part of GLF Schools, you will join a community of staff dedicated to transforming education. With regular progression discussions, there will be a wealth of opportunities for you to grow your career, whether in one of our 43 academies or in our central team.

• A Multi Academy Trust with over 2,000 colleagues and over 20,000 pupils
• Founded upon the values of Respect, Inclusivity, Integrity and Kindness
• 43 primary and secondary schools across 7 Local Authority areas across the south of England
• We work as a community whilst ensuring each school maintains its own unique identity
• Committed to ensuring all children and young people receive the best possible education

GLF Schools Employment Offer

GLF Schools has a generous employment offer, which allows all our colleagues to Grow, Learn and Flourish

• Access to our highly competitive Local Government Pension Scheme
• Flexible working options
• Generous holiday allowance
• Work life and family friendly policies
• Employee wellbeing initiatives
• Career pathways and talent management
• Access to a staff benefits portal
• Community and collaboration working model

The Details

Start date: November 2026

Contract type: Permanent,

Salary: GLF Specialist 1-6 £28,009 - £29,250 FTE Actual salary £26,387 - £27,556

Hours: 37.5 hours per week, 41 weeks per year (Term Time plus 2)

Closing date for advert: 14th October 2026 at 9.30am

Interview Date: TBC

We reserve the right to close the vacancy at any time so early applications are recommended

Safeguarding Statement

GLF Schools is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Employment is subject to a satisfactory enhanced disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS).

As a Trust, we are happy to discuss flexible working opportunities. GLF Schools recognises and celebrates the diversity of its schools and their communities. There is a shared commitment across the Trust to develop further a culture of respect, where discrimination is not tolerated, and individuals are treated equitably and fairly and feel a sense of belonging. We strive for an inclusive environment where staff, children and students are comfortable to express their own identity, should they wish, in which diversity and inclusion is of mutual benefit for everyone in our schools. We particularly welcome applicants from under-represented groups including those based on ethnicity, gender, transgender, age, disability, sexual orientation or religion.

We reserve the right to withdraw this vacancy at any time ahead of the closing date if there is a good level of response. Therefore, we recommend you submit your application as early as possible.

We also reserve the right to interview shortlisted candidates ahead of the closing date.

Please be advised that references may be requested on receipt of your application. Please state if you wish this to be delayed until shortlisting/interviews have taken place.