Gorseland Primary School, Ipswich, Suffolk IP5 3QR £27,269 - £28,624 pro rata 37 hours per week, 38 weeks per year Permanent Reference: 7445 Required from September 2025 Gorseland is a larger than average, two-form entry primary school with a large Nursery and two specialist units. We are an inclusive learning community where children and staff alike value being ready, respectful and safe in our endeavours to be the best we can be. As a staff, we feel it is our duty to foster and celebrate a love of learning through developing children who are self-confident, hardworking and resilient. Happy children who achieve success academically, socially and emotionally are proud children, a pride that definitely extends to the adults who guide and support them here at Gorseland. At Gorseland we are aware of the ever-increasing challenges and changes in pupils’ educational and social lives. This is having an increased impact on their attendance, social, emotional and mental health needs and readiness to learn and we need to respond to these demands. The creation of this post responds to this and aims to ensure that pupils (and families, where relevant) are supported with their personal development, behaviour, attendance and welfare in order for children to achieve their potential. The Pupil Support Officer will be supported in their role by the Headteacher, Deputy Head Teacher, SENCo, other Safeguarding Designates and the remainder of the Senior Leadership Team. The role of the Pupil Support Officer is to work with, and under the guidance of, the above to ensure that every child achieves their learning potential by breaking down barriers to learning and wellbeing. Does this resonate with you? If so, are you an outstanding, passionate and tenacious practitioner ready to join our experienced team? If you are a positive, well-motivated individual, who works well with a range of stakeholders as part of a team, do consider applying! Experience working within the early help sector would be beneficial. To find out more Please read the Job Description and Person Specification (pdf), Child Protection and Safeguarding Policy (pdf) and Application Guidance (docx) We warmly encourage you to find out more by visiting our website (Gorseland Primary School) or indeed by joining us in person for a tour of our vibrant school. Please contact Mrs Leonard in our school office on 01473 623790 to make an appointment. How to apply Please complete the Application Form (docx) Please submit your completed application to applications@gorseland.net Closing date: 9.30am, 23 June 2025. Interview date: 2 July 2025. Gorseland is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Safer recruitment practice and pre-employment checks will be undertaken before any appointment is confirmed. This post is subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.