Assistant Head of House

We are seeking to appoint an Assistant Head of House to support the management of the House System liaising with parents/carers and to provide administrative support to the Heads of Houses to ensure efficiency in the House System. As part of the Pastoral Team, you would also work alongside teachers to support students, supervise our Reset Room, carry out On-Call duties, support employability programmes, and provide specific support for individuals or groups of students, including Pupil Premium and Special Education Needs. Mentoring of key students within your designated House.

exceptional communication skills and confident when communicating with parents and external agencies

the ability to ensure that students are provided with a safe, stimulating and inclusive environment

excellent organisational skills, be self-motivated and committed to ensuring that students get the very best learning experience in every aspect of school life

experience of supporting vulnerable students and implementing strategies to improve behaviour, attendance and achievement

the ability to inspire, motivate and support students

To apply for this position, please complete a support staff application form, (which is available on our website), together with a letter of application for the attention of Mr D Wiltshire (Headteacher). Your letter should be no more than two pages of A4, detailing your experience to date and why you are the best candidate for the position. Completed applications should be returned by post for the attention of the HR department or by email.

The Wessex Learning Trust is committed to safeguarding young people and promoting the welfare of children, and all staff appointed will undergo online checks and be required to undertake an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service Check

Local Government Pension Scheme with a generous employer contribution, subject to pension eligibility criteria