Closing Date
14 April 2026
Company Overview
Minerva Learning Trust is a growing multi‑academy trust committed to providing an outstanding education for students from a wide variety of backgrounds across Sheffield and Derbyshire. Founded in 2014, Minerva Learning Trust has expanded to a thriving family of schools, including primary, secondary, sixth form, and a unique post‑16 provision. We have a strong track record of school improvement, successfully transforming schools from Ofsted ratings of RI and Inadequate to GOOD.
Position: Student Support Leader
Netherthorpe School is a popular 11‑18 school in Staveley, Chesterfield. We pride ourselves on being an inclusive school for all. We regard all staff and pupils as part of our family and whilst we have really high expectations of everyone, we maintain a caring and supportive ethos. We strongly believe in work‑life balance and we work with our staff to actively promote and improve wellbeing.
Responsibilities
* Establish positive working relationships with students, acting as a role model and setting high expectations.
* Provide support managing groups of students who are showing signs of disaffection or vulnerability.
* Work with students, families and external agencies on preventative and early intervention strategies in order to identify and remove barriers to learning.
* Be a team player with a friendly disposition and good communication skills.
Contact
Candidates are encouraged to contact the school for an informal discussion about the role. If you would like to discuss the role please contact the Headteachers PA via LJordan1@netherthorpe-mlt.co.uk.
Application
Applications should be made by completing the Minerva Learning Trust Application Form found on the Trust Central website.
Legal & Safeguarding
The Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare and safety of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment, further information can be found in our child protection and safeguarding policy on our statutory information page on our website Statutory Information - Minerva Learning Trust. The successful candidate will be required to complete an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. In line with KCSIE, the trust/school will be carrying out online searches on shortlisted candidates as part of their due diligence.
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