Sixth Form Student Supervisor

Oaks Park High School

Sixth Form Student Supervisor

LBR 5 Point 12-15 £26,300-£27,532

40 weeks per year. 8.45am-4.45pm Monday - Friday term time plus 1 additional work during the summer holidays to process exam results and prepare for the sixth form induction.

Are you passionate about shaping the future of young minds? Do you possess the expertise and dedication to guide students towards their higher education aspirations? If so, we have a fantastic opportunity for you!

Oaks Park High School is seeking a highly motivated and experienced Sixth Form Student Supervisor, with the additional responsibility to support our students with their destinations post 16. This role offers a unique chance to make a real difference in the lives of our students, supporting them on their journey to successful university and apprenticeship applications and beyond.

As the Sixth Form Student Supervisor, you will play a pivotal role in providing outstanding pastoral care and academic guidance to our sixth form students. You will be responsible for fostering a supportive and inclusive environment that nurtures personal growth, academic achievement, and prepares students for their future careers.

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee the day-to-day management of independent learning, ensuring an exceptional educational experience for all students.
• Provide high-quality pastoral support, mentoring, and guidance to sixth form students, promoting their personal development and well-being.
• To assist and support the behaviour, well-being and progress of students within the Sixth Form, as well as providing administration support for Sixth Form activities and responsibilities.
• Liaise with parents and carers, providing regular updates on students' academic progress, attendance, and well-being.
• To organise meetings and attend meetings as required to keep accurate minutes of the discussion points and place them on record.
• To keep accurate records and regularly update the appropriate Pastoral Leader on any issues relating to students in their year group.
• Collaborate with teaching staff to monitor academic progress, identifying and addressing any areas of concern.
• Supporting the Pastoral Leaders and Curriculum Team Leaders with intervention plans.
• Support students with higher education applications, including personal statements, university choices, and interview preparation.

Joining Oaks Park High School means becoming part of a vibrant and supportive community that is dedicated to providing the best possible education for our students. You will have access to continuous professional development opportunities, allowing you to grow both personally and professionally.

If you are ready to make a real impact on the lives of young people and have the skills and passion to excel in this role, we would love to hear from you. Apply now to join our dynamic team as the Sixth Form Student Supervisor.

To apply, please apply via TES. The application deadline is Friday 19th July 2024 by 9.00am.

Location: The school is centrally located in the London Borough of Redbridge, which is a very high achieving borough. There are excellent transport links to central and outer London, with Newbury Park station (zone 4 on the Central Line) only a four minute walk away. 

Make a difference in young lives - apply today! For more details, visit www.oaksparkschool.co.uk

Early application is advised as applicants may be contacted at any stage during the recruitment process and the advert may then be closed. If you would like to arrange a visit to the School then please contact Liz Thompson (Headteacher's PA) at Ethompson@oakspark.redbridge.sch.uk who will be happy to assist.

Safeguarding:

Oaks Park High School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. As such, all staff and volunteers are expected to share this commitment. Shortlisted candidates are required prior to interview, to disclose any unspent convictions, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. Non disclosure may lead to termination of employment. However, disclosure of a criminal background will not necessarily prevent you from employment depending on the offence(s).  

Shortlisted candidates will also be required to bring their current DBS certificate with them to interview. References from the previous and current employer (Headteacher if the candidate currently works in a school) will be requested and appointments can only be made upon receipt of satisfactory references and a newly applied for Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check from the Disclosure and Barring Services.