Job Description

Pupil Support Manager

An exciting new opportunity has arisen for a Pupil Support Manager based at Newlands Spring Primary School. We are looking to appoint an enthusiastic, highly motivated and committed individual to join our dynamic and forward thinking team. Working closely under the line management of the Head of School you will ensure that all children receive the appropriate support to achieve maximum attendance; access the learning and fulfil their potential by developing effective home / school partnerships. Pay Range is Scale 4 Point 6-7 depending on experience. 37-hpw term time plus 3 weeks

We would like to hear from you if you:

Are passionate about enabling children of all abilities and backgrounds to achieve their very best.
Are flexible, organised, meticulous and creative in your approach.
Have experience of direct work with children and adults, supporting children who may be vulnerable.
Have an understanding of effective parental engagement strategies within a school setting.
Are seeking a rewarding role.
Have excellent communication skills
Have excellent literacy and numeracy skills with GCSE qualifications grade C or above (or equivalent).
Have demonstrable commitment to continuing professional development.
Have experience of working with children and parents in a school / community setting on either a paid or voluntary basis.
Are enthusiastic, empathic and positive when engaging with parents; flexible and creative in your approach to the varying demands of the role.
What we can offer you:

A growing Multi Academy Trust of Primary schools with friendly and supportive staff who work closely together for the benefit of everyone.
A school which delivers high quality professional development to all staff.
A dynamic and collaborative team of Leaders and a central team who are dedicated and committed to the success of all pupils and staff alike.
Engaged and enthusiastic pupils with good attitudes to learning, who are 'proud to belong' to our school.

Information about the School

Attain Academy Partnership is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We respect and value cultural and religious diversity and will not discriminate on the basis of age, gender, religion, race, sexual orientation, ethnic origin, culture, or disability. You must be a UK resident, have the right to work in the UK, and be willing to complete a Disclosure Barring Service (DBS) check.

Our Vision: Working together towards success for all

Attain Academy Partnership aims to provide an outstanding education for all children in all schools, relevant to the world in which they live. We would like all members of Attain to become:

• Ambitious, capable learners who are resilient and independent

• Enterprising, creative contributors who have a real love of learning

• Ethical, informed citizens who value differences and inclusively

• Healthy, confident individuals who contribute to a mutually supportive environment

We want to create a community of outstanding schools with the highest aspiration and dedication to achieving the best outcomes for all our learners:

• An unshakable belief in the intrinsic value of every individual within our community

• Exciting and creative climates for learning within a safe and supportive environment

• Sustainable collaboration and sharing of best practice

• Personal and professional development for all members of staff

• Accountability based on honesty and responsibility in all our relationships

We believe:

• That every pupil deserves a good education that enables them to be the best they can possibly be

• That every individual in our community of schools (our pupils, staff, families, carers and friends) is important and has something to contribute

• In building an exciting and creative climate for learning within a safe and supportive environment

• In working together and sharing best practice

• In ensuring the personal and professional development for all members of staff so that they have a rewarding and a fulfilling career within our community of schools

• In accountability based on honesty and responsibility in all our relationships

A copy of our child protection policy and practices, a copy of our policy on employing ex-offenders, the recruitment and selection policy statement which includes data protection information and privacy notice for applicants can be found on www.attain.essex.sch.uk.