Job Description

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Safeguarding Statement

Expanse Learning is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all its staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All post holders are subject to satisfactory disclosure and clearance prior to employment.

It is unlawful for Expanse Learning to employ anyone who is barred from working with children. It is a criminal offence for any person who is barred from working with children to apply for a position at Expanse Learning. All applicants will be made aware that providing false information is an offence and could result in the application being rejected, or summary dismissal if the applicant has been selected, and referral to the police and/or the DBS.

An online search will be completed as part of Expanse Learnings pre-employment checks.

Purpose

To support the needs of all students within our school through targeted 1.1 support delivering interventions that improve punctuality, attendance and behaviour that lead to demonstrable improvements in a students personal development, behaviour and attitudes.


Manage the MIS system DatabridgeMIS to ensure that the range of events linked to behaviour, attendance and pastoral issues are effectively and efficiently recorded and accurately reflect the progress that students are making in relation to personal development, behaviour and attitudes.


To deliver established procedures to address the needs of pupils and their parents/carers who require additional support to overcome the barriers to learning; including attendance and behaviour.


To support the admissions process, specifically manage stage one and two


To follow statutory guidelines to ensure attendance rates aspire to be good and on/above the national average.


To act as a designated safeguarding Officer, responsible to the DSL.

The

Key Tasks:


To work with vulnerable students to help them gain confidence, social skills and develop as decent human beings.


Specific Pupil Support Manager Duties


Manage the daily running of the pastoral team


Maintain Resources in the pastoral room


Manage Pupil Attendance


Manage student transitions into and out of school


Support the placing of students in alternative education and work experience placements


Support and deliver interventions that improve students behaviour


Track attendance data and provide intervention


Liaise with colleagues and external stakeholders as appropriate


Meet and liaise with parents regarding behaviour, pastoral and/or attendance issues


Represent Expanse at attendance clusters (Wigan), PEP meetings, Annual Reviews and other professionals meetings


Meeting with SLT to discuss attendance matters when necessary


Liaise with external agencies and parents


Develop links with pupils who are transferring to the school to promote the school ethos of regular attendance


Work with subject teachers on linking attendance to achievement and attainment, including links with SEN. Monitor and support the work of the school business manager.


Individuals in this role may also:


Provide support and guidance to other support staff


Support the transition of pupils between phases


Attend staff training as appropriate (there is an expectation the post-holder will attend TeamTeach, Safeguarding and Early Help training)


Contribute to the development of activities to encourage family involvement in the school


Oversee support packages for pupils and work with Pastoral Co-ordinators to reintegrate them into school following periods of exclusion/absence


Provide advice and support to parents/carers of pupils who struggle with their attendance rates

Note: in addition, other duties at no higher responsibility level may be interchanged with/added to this list at any time.


This job description may be altered by consultation and discussion. It will periodically be reviewed as part of ongoing continuing professional and school development. In addition, it may be amended at any time after consultation with you.

Further Statement

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Undertaking any other duties, which may reasonably be regarded as within the nature of the duties and responsibilities of the post as defined, subject to the provision that normally any changes of a permanent nature shall be incorporated into the job description in specific terms

NOTE TO APPLICANTS If you require any aids or adaptations to either our workplace or policies and practices that may assist or enable you to successfully carry out this role, please inform us. This job description is subject to annual review in accordance with the changing nature of learners and institutional need.

Your Qualifications / Skills & Knowledge

Strong understanding of pastoral care, child development, and behaviour support in a SEND/SEMH context.


Experience working with children and young people with a range of special educational needs and disabilities.


Excellent interpersonal, communication, and relationship-building skills, with the ability to engage effectively with students, families, and professionals.


Knowledge of trauma-informed approaches and emotional regulation strategies to support student wellbeing.


Ability to manage sensitive situations with empathy, discretion, and professionalism.


Competent in record-keeping, reporting, and using ICT systems to monitor behaviour, attendance, and safeguarding concerns.


Awareness of safeguarding policies, procedures, and the importance of early intervention.

Essential Requirements

Minimum GCSE grade 5 (or equivalent) in English and Maths.


Understanding of the Education Inspection Framework (EIF), especially in relation to behaviour, attitudes, personal development, and safeguarding.


Experience working with external agencies, such as CAMHS, social care, educational psychologists, and health services.


Ability to support and implement behaviour plans, risk assessments, and personalised pastoral interventions.


A strong commitment to the safeguarding, protection, and wellbeing of children and young people.

Benefits

Engagement:

+ Values-Driven culture Were proud of our culture as we strive to further embed our values
+ An open and collaborative working environment, not just within your college but also across the organisation where innovation is encouraged
+ A career in an organisation that values individuality and diversity
+ Dedicated focus groups to ensure we have the optimal working environment in all aspects.

Professional development opportunities:

+ Regular training and access to a range of internal and external programmes tailored to your learning needs throughout your career
+ Educational sponsorship (application required)
+ Opportunities for career progression as we are willing and able to support moves from one department to another.

Financial:

+ A competitive salary for both teaching and non-teaching staff whereby pay progression is possible on a bi-annual basis, following successful performance
+ Access to a salary sacrifice pension plan
+ Enhanced sick pay that increases as it aligned with your length of service

Well-being:

+ Full-time equivalent staff receive 39 days annual leave plus bank holidays (set holiday pattern)
+ Wellbeing champions and access to Mental Health First Aiders
+ 24/7 access to a free Employee Assistance Programme to provide confidential advice and guidance
+ Access to private medical insurance
+ Personal resilience and Wellbeing courses
+ Dedicated wellbeing day each year
+ Wellbeing campaigns.

Facilities:

+ Great buildings providing positive working environments
+ Free car parking at every site
+ Social networking opportunities across the organisation to create new relationships both inside and outside of the work setting.