Student Support Officer (SSO) - Key Stage 3
Salary Scale: Band 5 (SCP 16 - 20) St Gabriels Salary Scale
Actual salary £27,575 (FTE salary £31,525)
37 hours per week Termtime + INSET
(8.00am - 4.00pm Monday - Thursday; 8.00am - 3.30pm Friday with 30-minute lunch break)
The Directors are seeking to appoint someone with experience of working with young people to work within the school’s pastoral team in providing a complementary service to the school in addressing the pastoral needs of students. The SSO will liaise with students, staff, parents and external agencies when needed to support students’ progress within the academy and their attitude to school life.
St Thomas More Catholic Academy is an 11-18 mixed Catholic comprehensive school with 1143 students on roll which has an excellent reputation throughout the area.
The post is for 37 hours per week during term time, plus INSET.
Closing Date - Monday 2 November 2026 at 9:00am
Interviews are scheduled to take place WC 2 November 2026/WC 9 November 2026
This post is exempted under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and as such appointment to this post will be conditional upon the receipt of a satisfactory response to a check of police records via the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). All appointments made are also subject to satisfactory references, medical clearance and Right to Work in the UK.
STM Catholic Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff to share this commitment in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education and the Prevent Duty
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Student Support Officer - Key Stage 3 in Stoke-on-Trent employer: St Thomas More Catholic Academy
St Thomas More Catholic Academy is an exceptional employer that prioritises the growth and development of its staff while fostering a supportive and inclusive work culture. With a strong commitment to raising academic standards and improving student outcomes, employees benefit from opportunities for professional development, collaboration with dedicated colleagues, and the chance to make a meaningful impact in the lives of young people. Located in a vibrant community, the academy offers a rewarding environment where educators can thrive and contribute to the holistic development of students.
Contact Details:
St Thomas More Catholic Academy Recruitment Team
