Pastoral & Inclusion Support Officer - Deanshanger

Pastoral & Inclusion Support Officer - EWS South Campus, Deanshanger

37 hours/week, 40 weeks/year 8am - 4pm (to 3.30 Fridays)

NJC/TLT Grade F, points 6-7

Actual Salary: £21077 - £21431 pa actual salary

Elizabeth Woodville School is an aspirational and inclusive 11-18 comprehensive school with approximately 1100 students. Our school is located on two sites: Roade in Northamptonshire and Deanshanger on the outskirts of Milton Keynes in Buckinghamshire. We are one school with both sites operating independently with a Head of School on each site, under the leadership of the Director of Secondary Education.  

We are seeking to appoint a Pastoral and Inclusion Support Officer to support the pastoral needs of students as required. The primary objective is to ensure each student receives a consistent and positive experience at whatever stage of their journey through the school. You will also be required to undertake first aid training.

The key responsibilities of the role will be to support students with social, emotional and behavioural needs; liaise with and support parents of more vulnerable students; improve attendance of pupils with low attendance; to organise activities that support the educational and social development of identified pupils; to address the needs of pupils who require support to overcome barriers to learning both inside and outside of school.

The successful candidate will:

·        Have experience of working in a school;

·        Have experience and knowledge of issues affecting students and young people and how to offer supportive assistance

·        Work well under pressure

·        Have excellent communication, time management and organisational skills

·        Meet the person specification and will be required to apply for a DBS disclosure and register for the annual updates service

·        Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK

Training and development opportunities will be offered. All staff are encouraged to study further, and the trust will actively support staff to obtain relevant further qualifications where possible.

How to apply:

All documents including the full job description, person specification and application form are available on TES or you can apply via our website http://ewsacademy.org.uk. Please ensure your application form and covering letter includes examples of your experience and how you meet the criteria outlined in the job description and person specification. Further information requests or completed applications should be sent to E: michelle.saint@ewsacademy.org.uk T: 01604 861188.

Closing date:                   12:00 midday on 9 May 2024

Interviews tbc

Role to commence:        Ideally September 2024 (earlier start may be considered)

Tove Learning Trust is a fast moving and exciting place to work. The trust schools have a shared vision and purpose: to deliver outstanding educational experiences that lead to inspiring outcomes. Each academy has a strong individual identity and tailors their educational provision to serve their local community. Academies within the trust collaborate to share expertise and maximise opportunities and experiences for our students.

The Trustees of Tove Learning Trust are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

Benefits for EWS employees:

There are many attractive benefits to working at EWS, including:

* On-site parking

* Rural location

* Free Swimming pool/gym membership 

* Friendly and caring team environment

* Cycle to Work Scheme

* Access to Employee Assist Support

* Eyecare Vouchers

* CPD opportunities provided

* Confident, respectful students

* Part of a small supportive local MAT, which incorporates a teaching school