Student Support Officer
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[Employer hidden — view at passion-project.co.uk] is seeking a Student Support Officer to join their pastoral team. The role involves providing structured support to students, ensuring their safety and wellbeing, and assisting with classroom management and curriculum activities. The position is a fixed-term, part-time role during term time.
Job Details
Student Support Officer
Location: [Employer hidden]
Contract: Fixed term, term time only + inset days
Work pattern: 32.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday
Salary: Grade 4 (SCP5-6) £25,583 - £25,989 pro rata
Start date: As soon as possible
Why here, why now?
[Employer hidden] is a rapidly improving academy, and due to increased student numbers Team SUA is looking to appoint a committed and compassionate Student Support Officer to join our dedicated pastoral team.
We believe every young person deserves to feel safe, supported and able to thrive. If you are passionate about helping young people overcome barriers and reach their potential, this is a role where you will make a meaningful difference every single day.
About the role:
As a Student Support Officer, you will play a vital role in our pastoral provision. Your responsibilities will include:
- Provide structured support for students following planned programmes set by teaching staff
- Help raise standards by promoting high expectations and positive behaviour
- Support the implementation of Graduated Response plans for identified students
- Ensure student safety and wellbeing, including basic first aid and welfare support
- Accompany staff and students on trips, visits and off‑site activities when required
- Encourage students to engage positively with learning and interact with others
- Act as keyworker for identified students, offering targeted pastoral support
- Assist teachers with behaviour management and classroom organisation
- Monitor and record student progress, providing regular feedback to teachers
- Support curriculum activities, including literacy, numeracy, SEN and the use of ICT
What we’re looking for:
We’re seeking someone who is:
- Experienced in working with young people (in schools, youth work, mentoring, care or similar)
- Calm, patient and able to build strong relationships
- Skilled at managing challenging situations professionally and empathetically
- An effective communicator with strong organisational skills
- Knowledgeable about safeguarding or willing to undertake relevant training
- Resilient, caring and motivated by making a positive impact
Why join [Employer hidden]?
- A friendly, supportive and collaborative team
- A rapidly improving academy with a clear vision and strong values
- Modern facilities and access to high‑quality resources
- Excellent professional development opportunities
- A positive working environment that prioritises staff wellbeing
- The chance to play a meaningful role in shaping young people’s futures
How to apply:
For more information and to download an application pack, please visit https://www.suacademy.co.uk or email [contact hidden] to request an application pack.
Closing date for applications: 9am, Friday 1st May 2026
Interviews: TBC
We warmly welcome visits to the academy — come and see what makes SUA a great place to work.
Safeguarding statement:
[Employer hidden] is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. All staff and volunteers are expected to share this commitment.
This post is subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Applicants will be required to disclose all unspent and unfiltered spent reprimands, cautions and convictions.