Student Support Leader 

Ark Boulton Academy, Birmingham 

Salary: Ark Support Staff Band 6 Outside London (£19,446 - £24,105)

“It takes a whole community to bring up a child.” We work closely with parents and community to support our children to develop a strong character and become confident young people.

The Role

We are now looking to recruit an experienced and enthusiastic Student Support Leader. You will work as part of a team to develop strategies to engage with families and the local community across the academy, in particular with hard to reach groups. You will have experience of establishing effective, appropriate relationships with a variety of young people at the relevant age.

Responsibilities

You will be responsible for monitoring the attendance and behaviour of pupils within a given year group, to support them to full access learning at the school. This is a great opportunity to be part of a true community school and to support pupils in reaching their potential. You will also manage the learning support unit to ensure pupils can access work at all times.

The Individual

You are a helpful, positive and calm individual with a caring nature who will be working with pupils within a given year group. Excellent listening and interpersonal skills along with a genuine passion and belief in the potential of every student makes you the perfect candidate for this role. You are someone who understands the difference a great education can make to pupils lives as you are a great role model not only for them but other members of staff too.

Closing date: Friday 16^th August 09.00am

**Shortlisting and interviews will take place the week commencing 19^th August 2019. **

Ark value diversity and are committed to safeguarding and promoting child welfare. The successful candidate will be subject to DBS and any other relevant employment checks.