Student Supervisor & Pastoral Support

Student Supervisor & Pastoral Support 

SCALE: APT&C Scale 4 (point 7-10) Actual pay = £21,745

HOURS: 35 hours per week, term time only. Normal working hours will be 8.30-16.00 but there may be a need to be flexible on some. 

CLOSING DATE: Friday 16th June 2023 

PURPOSE OF JOB: 

·        This role works as a member of the school’s pastoral team. The underpinning value of the work is to support the smooth running of the school supervising and directing pupils in and about the school during the day. After school supervision includes our local community and to ensure that every student has the opportunity to reflect and understand the consequences of all their actions.  

·        The role will involve working throughout the day on a rota depending on our needs. During lesson times duties may involve assisting in our Learning Support Centre, covering First Aid, supporting key students, supervising our inclusion room, patrolling the school building and grounds and picking up pupils who are absent from lessons without permission, checking and monitoring toilets or recording the names of pupils who arrive late to school. During changeover of lessons and at breaks will involve being part of the Student Marshall team to supervise and direct pupils paying particular attention to their safety and security. Other duties may be required during the day.               

MAIN ACTIVITIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES 

·        Being part of our Student Marshall team to assist and direct students as required. Dealing with incidents of inappropriate behaviour and intervening quickly where

possible to prevent further incidents. 

·        Supporting key students who have been identified by the pastoral team. 

·        Be part of the First Aid team.  

·        Supporting in the Learning Support Centre during staff absences. This could include supervising students, checking CCTV and gathering statements. 

·        Supervising and managing student behaviour in the designated area for inclusion, relocation and detentions during staff absences.  

·        Supporting with supervision of detentions after school and during breaks. 

·        Implementing the School Policies on Equal Opportunities, Anti-Bullying, Child Protection and Behaviour and reporting any concerns to the Senior Student Supervisor. 

·        Monitoring the security of the pupils, staff and school, reporting any concerns immediately. 

·        Act as Fire and Lockdown Marshalls when required 

·        Patrolling the local community 

·        Working as part of our wider pastoral support network as required 

 We expect our staff to: 

·        Always expect the best from pupils. 

·        Make it clear to pupils what is expected from them. 

·        Reward and praise pupils when they do the ‘right’ thing. 

·        Value pupil’s efforts and achievements. 

·        Make time to get to know individual pupils. 

·        Avoid personalising individual behaviour problems – be hard on the incidents but caring towards the pupil 

·        Treat difficulties as an issue between you and the pupils, not just them! 

·        Be prepared to change what you do, to change pupil behaviour. 

·        Be loyal to the pupils and staff at the school. 

·        Remain professional at all times, maintain composure and be prepared to able to reset relationships after an incident.  

·        Always report in writing incidents that occur during the day. 

·        Always make your Line Manager aware of any problems that may escalate into an incident, giving them the opportunity to defuse the situation. 

The nature of the role is such that flexibility and self-motivation are crucial to success.  

Selection Criteria: 

Skills and Aptitude 

·        High skill/aptitude levels in dealing with young people 

·        Excellent interpersonal skills 

·        Effective use of ICT  

·        Good communication skills (written and oral) 

Qualifications and Experience 

·        Minimum Level 2 or equivalent qualification in English and Maths 

·        Previous experience of working with children in an educational environment preferred 

·        Outstanding record of attendance and punctuality 

Qualities 

·        An ability to work as part of a team 

·        High levels of integrity, trust and endeavour 

·        Self-confidence and calm approach when dealing with challenging and difficult circumstances 

·        An understanding of how important a pleasant and positive working environment is to our young people 

·        An ability to understand and follow instructions from Line Manager 

·        The ability to prioritise and use own initiative when appropriate. 

·        An ability to complete written reports when required 

·        A willingness to undergo training and development on a regular basis