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Are you passionate about shaping greater futures for young people? Do you thrive in a dynamic, busy, and supportive school environment? We require an enthusiastic and committed individual to join our outstanding pastoral team.
As an UPPA, you will play a vital role in supporting our Year Leaders to create a positive and inclusive culture for students in Years 7–11. You will be the first point of contact for students and parents/carers, helping to identify and overcome barriers to learning, such as attendance, safeguarding, medical or behavioural concerns.
Responsibilities:
•Provide frontline support to students, parents/carers, and staff
•Support the attendance processes, first aid response, and behaviour systems
•Be actively involved in safeguarding, admissions, and extra-curricular planning
•Overseeing the Student Support Room in liaison with the Intervention & Inclusion Manager
•Work closely with a range of professionals and external agencies
The successful applicant will have:
Essential:
•Understanding of safeguarding and pastoral support needs
•Experience working with young people
•Strong interpersonal and communication skills
•GCSE Grade 4/C or above in English and Maths
•Excellent organisational and IT skills (Microsoft Office)
Desirable:
•First Aid at Work qualification (or willingness to train)
•Experience in an educational or youth setting
We value flexibility, a proactive mindset, and a genuine commitment to student wellbeing. You will be part of a warm, inclusive team committed to professional development, student support, and continuous improvement.
Hours of Work: 37 hours per week. Monday to Thursday: 8.00am – 4.00pm, Friday: 8.00am – 3.30pm.
Includes a 20 minute paid break and 30 minute unpaid lunch. Working term time plus inset days.
Salary: Grade G Point 8 - 20, actual per annum £22,306 - £27,108 pro rata, £25,992 - £31,586 (full-time equivalent) per annum pro rata.
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Closing date for applications is 9.00am Monday 14th July 2025, we reserve the right to close the vacancy early due to the urgency of the role, therefore we urge interested applicants to apply as soon as possible.
Safeguarding Statement
Cirencester Kingshill School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share the same commitment.
This post is subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check.
We welcome applications from underrepresented groups including ethnicity, gender, transgender, age, disability, sexual orientation or religion.