Student Wellbeing & Attendance Coordinator

Lift Schools; City Of London; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

Lift Aylward is looking for a student support coordinator who cares deeply about young people and wants to help shape a positive, inclusive school community in North London.

You’ll work with our assistant principal and directors of learning to support wellbeing, behaviour and progress, guide students through the school day, coordinate attendance and welfare support, and collaborate with families to remove barriers so every child can thrive.

Qualifications

• GCSE maths and English (grade 4) or equivalent.
• Background working with children and young people.
• Ability to communicate clearly with students, families and colleagues.
• Strong organisational skills and the ability to balance competing demands and priorities.
• Understanding of social and welfare issues that affect children and families.
• Non-judgmental, compassionate approach and belief in every young person's potential.

Responsibilities

• Support the behaviour and wellbeing of students in your assigned year group and implement strategies to help every child succeed.
• Monitor and promote positive behaviour, providing pastoral care and guidance.
• Be on duty before/after school, at breaks and lunchtimes, and during transitions.
• Work with families and external agencies, handling sensitive conversations and attending professional meetings.
• Collaborate with pastoral and admin teams to improve attendance, punctuality and engagement.
• Maintain confidentiality and follow safeguarding procedures at all times.

Skills

Communication

Organisation

Pastoral care

Welfare awareness

Non-judgmental approach

Resilience

Education

GCSE maths and English (grade 4) or equivalent

Job description

Lift Aylward is looking for a student support coordinator who cares deeply about young people and wants to help shape a positive, inclusive school community in North London.

You’ll work with our assistant principal and directors of learning to support wellbeing, behaviour and progress, guide students through the school day, coordinate attendance and welfare support, and collaborate with families to remove barriers so every child can thrive.