Job Opportunity: Ready Room Manager (Maternity Cover) Location: East Sussex Contract: Fixed-term, 5th January 2026 – 31st May 2026 Hours: Full-time, 37.5 hours per week (8:30am–4:30pm, including a 30-minute unpaid break) We are seeking a compassionate and motivated individual to join a school’s Pastoral Team in a temporary role. This position involves managing an internal inclusion space designed to support vulnerable and disaffected students, providing guidance, structure, and care to help them succeed. Key Responsibilities: Manage and supervise the Ready Room, ensuring a calm, safe, and supportive environment. Support students individually or in small groups with behaviour management, self-esteem, anger management, and peer relationships. Collaborate with teaching staff to monitor progress and facilitate reintegration into mainstream classrooms. Maintain accurate records of behaviour incidents and support the preparation of reports. Contribute to the ongoing development and improvement of internal inclusion provision. Undertake administrative duties to support the wider Pastoral Team as required. Skills & Experience: Experience working with young people. Confident, calm, and consistent approach to behaviour management. Flexible and adaptable to meet the varying needs of students. Strong interpersonal skills and ability to build positive relationships. Good standard of education, including written and verbal communication. Competent in using Microsoft Office and general IT systems. Personal Qualities: Caring, empathetic, and patient. Tactful, discreet, and diplomatic in communications. Self-motivated and able to work independently while contributing to a team. Committed to supporting the wellbeing and success of children and young people. This is a rewarding opportunity for someone passionate about making a difference in the lives of students who need extra support.