At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead a team to support pupils in overcoming learning barriers and achieving success.
- Company: Yarrow Heights School, a supportive SEN day school focused on individual pupil needs.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, training opportunities, free lunch, gym membership, and flexible pension.
- Other info: Join a dedicated team in a collaborative environment with excellent career growth.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in young people's lives while developing your leadership skills.
- Qualifications: Experience with young people, strong communication skills, and GCSEs in English and Maths.
The predicted salary is between 23000 - 27000 £ per year.
We are seeking a committed and highly motivated Pupil Engagement Lead to join our team at Yarrow Heights School. This is a rewarding opportunity to play a key role in supporting pupils to overcome barriers to learning, thrive within the school environment, and achieve positive outcomes both academically and socially. Working under the guidance of the Alternative Curriculum Lead, you will lead the pupil engagement team and support staff in delivering effective behavioural and pastoral interventions. You will work closely with teaching colleagues and wider professionals to ensure pupils are able to engage fully in their education and make sustained progress. This role is ideal for someone passionate about supporting young people with additional needs and looking to take the next step into a leadership role within a supportive and forward-thinking environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead and support the pupil engagement team, modelling best practice
- Identify pupils requiring additional behavioural support through data analysis
- Deliver targeted interventions, including 1:1 and small group support
- Provide crisis intervention and support during challenging situations
- Support positive behaviour management across the school day, including unstructured times
- Work collaboratively with teaching staff to re-engage pupils in learning
- Contribute to the development and implementation of ILPs and PBSPs
- Build strong, positive relationships with pupils, acting as a role model
- Monitor, record and evaluate the impact of interventions
- Promote pupil wellbeing, inclusion, and engagement across the school
About You
We are looking for someone who:
- Has experience working with young people, ideally within an SEN setting (ASC, ADHD, SEMH)
- Has experience leading or supporting a team (desirable)
- Demonstrates excellent interpersonal and communication skills
- Is resilient, calm and able to respond effectively under pressure
- Can build positive relationships with pupils, staff and families
- Is highly organised, proactive and able to prioritise workload
- Has a strong commitment to safeguarding, inclusion and pupil wellbeing
- Is passionate about making a meaningful difference to young people’s lives
Essential:
- GCSEs (or equivalent) in English and Maths (Grade 4/C or above)
About Us
Yarrow Heights School is a mixed 7–19 local authority funded SEN day school. Our pupils are typically able learners with EHCPs and a diagnosis of ASC alongside associated needs. At Yarrow Heights, every pupil is valued as an individual. We are a skilled and dedicated team with extensive experience in special education and therapeutic support for pupils whose needs cannot be met in mainstream settings. Our vision is to nurture aspiration, develop resilience and empower learning, ensuring every pupil can succeed and make meaningful progress.
Why Join Yarrow Heights?
- A competitive salary based on experience and qualifications
- A strong, supportive and collaborative school culture
- Opportunities for training and development, including specialist behaviour support training
- Flexible pension benefits
- Free lunch and on-site parking
- Access to a subsidised gym membership
- The chance to make a genuine, lasting difference to young people’s lives
If you are passionate about supporting pupils to overcome barriers and reach their full potential, we would love to hear from you. We are absolutely committed to safeguarding our children and our recruitment procedures are rigorous in this respect. This post will require an Enhanced check by the Disclosure and Barring Service and, where appropriate, checks against the DFE teacher prohibition list. We reserve the right to close the online vacancy when we are in receipt of sufficient applications. Should you wish to apply for this post you are advised to complete and submit your application form as soon as possible.
Pupil Engagement Lead employer: Yarrow Heights School
Yarrow Heights School is an exceptional employer dedicated to fostering a supportive and inclusive environment for both staff and pupils. With a strong emphasis on professional development, you will have access to specialist training opportunities and a collaborative culture that values every team member's contribution. Located in a vibrant community, this role offers the chance to make a meaningful impact on young people's lives while enjoying benefits such as competitive salaries, flexible pension options, and on-site amenities.
