At a Glance
- Tasks: Support and guide sixth form students through their academic and emotional challenges.
- Company: A supportive educational institution focused on student well-being.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, professional development opportunities, and a collaborative work environment.
- Other info: Join a dynamic team dedicated to fostering student success and well-being.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in students' lives while developing your own skills.
- Qualifications: GCSEs in English and Maths, plus experience in supporting young people.
The predicted salary is between 29700 - 36300 £ per year.
Experience:
- The ability to work with or care for children (of secondary school age) professionally.
- Advise teaching and pastoral staff on strategies to support social and emotional needs of students.
- Build positive relationships through parental liaison and other agencies.
- Write Student Support Plans with the purpose of removing barriers to learning.
- Collaborate with all stakeholders, parents, family, carers, staff, other students, and agencies.
- Contribute effectively in a multi-agency setting e.g. CP, CIN, Early Help.
- Manage the needs of vulnerable and at-risk learners.
Skills, Knowledge and Aptitude:
- English & Maths GCSE (Grade C or 4 or above).
- Relevant training in specialist areas and strong evidence of continued professional development.
- ICT literate - competent in the use of SIMS, G4S, Teams and CPOMS.
- Understanding of young people’s emotional and social needs.
- Understanding of the barriers to academic progress in post 16 students.
- Understanding the Sixth Form curriculum and other learning programmes and learning strategies.
- Policy and regulatory knowledge for safeguarding and pastoral areas.
- Safeguarding training (willingness to undertake DSL training).
- Outstanding communication skills including conflict resolution and de-escalation.
Pastoral Year Leader - Sixth Form in Sunderland employer: Whitburn Church of England Academy
Whitburn Church of England Academy is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive and collaborative work culture that prioritises professional development and employee growth. Located in Sunderland, the academy provides teachers with the opportunity to inspire students while enjoying a strong commitment to safeguarding and outstanding classroom management, making it a rewarding place to develop your teaching career.
Contact Details:
Whitburn Church of England Academy Recruitment Team
We think you need these skills to ace Pastoral Year Leader - Sixth Form in Sunderland
Experience working with secondary school age children
Advising on strategies for social and emotional support
Building positive relationships with parents and agencies
Writing Student Support Plans
Collaboration in a multi-agency setting
Managing needs of vulnerable learners
English & Maths GCSE (Grade C or 4 or above)
