At a Glance
- Tasks: Manage student services and build strong relationships with students and staff.
- Company: Join Leigh Stationers' Academy, a supportive and collaborative environment.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, local government pension, and access to a free virtual GP service.
- Other info: Part-time role, 3 days a week, with excellent progression opportunities.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in students' lives while developing your career.
- Qualifications: Previous pastoral experience and understanding of working with disadvantaged pupils.
The predicted salary is between 31650 - 35892 £ per year.
Benefits include a competitive salary with progression opportunities, Local Government Pension Scheme, 24/7 access to a free virtual GP Service, collaborative MAT network and additional LAT benefits.
Role Overview: Leigh Stationers' Academy has a fantastic opportunity to appoint a Student Services Manager to join their team as soon as possible. Our successful candidate will demonstrate strong organisational skills whilst managing a variety of tasks, will be very personable and approachable, and will have the ability to build good working relationships with our students. On a daily basis, you'll be in contact with students, various members of staff, parents and external agencies – this is a busy and fast‑paced role so we’d love to hear from candidates who are keen to be part of our collaborative and supportive environment. It is essential that our successful candidate has previous pastoral experience. A background in positive behaviour management, experience in using restorative justice practice and an understanding of external agencies and the local authority fair access panel would be desirable but not essential. We are also looking for individuals that have knowledge and understanding of working with disadvantaged pupils.
Key Responsibilities:
- Demonstrate high professional practice in all areas of work
- Help progress the academy towards our vision, through a focus on raising the aspirations of students
- Be an excellent role model for students, commanding respect and being a positive presence around the academy
- Be efficient and effective and highly organised in all areas of work
- Promote actively the academy's pride and ethos through words and actions
Working Hours: This is a part‑time role, working 3 days per week (Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday) 8am – 4pm.
Contact: To learn more about the role or to arrange a visit to the academy, please contact Charlotte Herberts (Recruitment Advisor): charlotte.herberts@latrust.org.uk / 01634 412 245.
Equality & Safeguarding: Leigh Academies Trust and all of our academies are committed to ensuring the highest levels of safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our pupils, and we expect all our staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We adopt a fair, robust and consistent recruitment process across all academies and business units which is in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education guidance. All offers of employment are subject to an Enhanced DBS check, references, and where applicable, a prohibition from teaching check. We are passionate about diversity and recognise that as individuals, we all bring something unique to the role regardless of any protected characteristics which is why we treat all of our people equally, without compromise. We are committed to providing equality and fairness throughout our recruitment and employment practices and not discriminating on any grounds.
Student Services Manager in Leigh employer: Leigh Stationers' Academy
Leigh Academies Trust is an exceptional employer that prioritises the growth and well-being of its staff and students. With a competitive salary, access to a Local Government Pension Scheme, and a supportive work culture, employees are encouraged to thrive in their roles while making a meaningful impact on the lives of students. The collaborative environment fosters professional development and offers unique benefits such as a free virtual GP service, ensuring that our team feels valued and supported in their important work.
