Job Summary
Starting 1 September 2026, 37 hours per week, 38 weeks per year. Hours: 8:00‑4:00 Monday‑Thursday and 8:00‑3:30 Friday. Salary per annum: £32,957‑£37,280 (full‑time equivalent). Actual salary for 38 weeks term‑time only: £27,558‑£31,173.
Responsibilities
- Drive high standards of behaviour, attendance, punctuality and engagement across Key Stage 5.
- Work closely with students, parents, carers, tutors, senior leaders, the safeguarding team and external agencies to create a culture where students feel supported, challenged and motivated.
- Use attendance, punctuality, behaviour and intervention data to spot concerns early, place appropriate support and work with students to develop habits, confidence and resilience.
- Support students in planning their next steps, including UCAS and post‑18 progression work, helping them meet deadlines, shape strong applications and explore routes into university, apprenticeships, employment and other future pathways.
- Act as a key point of contact for safeguarding concerns within Key Stage 5, respond swiftly and appropriately to emerging issues, support vulnerable learners and contribute to multi‑agency work where required.
- Build strong, professional relationships with young people while maintaining clear boundaries, high expectations, and organisational resilience.
Qualifications & Attributes
A proactive, student‑centred professional with organisational, resilient and solution‑focused mindset, capable of handling sensitive issues with care and judgment.
Benefits
- Opportunity to be part of a supportive and inclusive Light Hall family.
- Rare chance to help shape the culture, expectations and success of a developing sixth form.
- Induction, training and ongoing support to develop and make a lasting impact.
- Local government pension with generous employer contribution.
- Free employee wellbeing services including physiotherapy and chiropractor sessions, GP consultations (24/7 worldwide).
- Flu jabs.
Safeguarding
Light Hall School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all children and young people, expecting staff to share this commitment. The role is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and requires an enhanced DBS check. Safeguarding checks in accordance with Keeping Children Safe in Education are required for shortlisted and successful candidates. This post carries safeguarding responsibilities in line with the school’s child protection policy.
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