Senior achievement support officer

SASO (Senior Achievement Support Officer) – Grade 7

Cover for PPA and Management.

One‑year fixed term to cover maternity, starting September 2026.

Responsibilities

• Work collaboratively with teaching staff both inside and outside the classroom to provide high‑quality support for pupils.
• Support the academic, social, emotional, and personal development of individual pupils and groups, with a clear understanding of how children learn.
• Help maximise pupil attainment and accelerate progress through effective and targeted support strategies.
• Contribute to creating a positive, inclusive, and supportive learning environment for all pupils.

Safeguarding Statement

HCAT is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We particularly welcome applications from under‑represented groups including ethnicity, gender, transgender, age, disability, sexual orientation, or religion.

Any successful applicant will be required to undertake an Enhanced Disclosure check by the Disclosure & Barring Service. As part of our safer recruitment procedures, online checks (including social media) may be carried out by the Trust, as part of our shortlisting process.