Student Support Officer

At Langdon Park School we are seeking to appoint professionals of the highest calibre as we fulfil our ambition to transform the life chances of our students and their community. Progress has been significant over the last few years—GCSE results are improving and post-16 outcomes are now above national averages, as is attendance; we are over-subscribed and enjoy the full support of our families and the community; our students are a proud, loyal and well behaved; our sixth form has doubled in size in the last four years with successful Oxbridge applicants in the last two years. Our staff work extremely hard and are passionate about the school, the students and our 4BEs ethos: Be Professional; Be Inclusive; Be a Learner; Be Knowledgeable.

Langdon Park School has served the community for well over 100 years. We enjoy a large campus comprised of both original Victorian buildings and state of the art new builds. Spotlight youth service share part of our site and we have access to a range of additional services and provisions as a result of this. The local community is tight knit, hugely supportive of the school and where the vast majority of our students live. Significant plans to redevelop the local area are in place; this is an exciting time to join the Langdon Park School community.

We welcome the applications of all knowledgeable and enthusiastic teachers committed to improving the life chances of students in the Poplar and Bow area. 

Main Responsibilities

•  Each Student Support Officer is attached to a year group under the line management of the Head of Year or designated person.
• Principally, carry out responsibilities as set out in sections (b) – (d) below.
•  On occasion, as necessary, carry out as directed any responsibilities associated with the job descriptions for Scale 4 Teaching Assistant and Scale 4 Central Support Officer
•  Take all appropriate steps to establish a good knowledge of and good relationship with key students across all year groups, including providing informal mentoring as appropriate
•  Carry out home visits, as appropriate, to secure improved partnership working with families
•  Contribute as required to the induction programme for newly-appointed support staff and/or the mentoring of trainees.
•  Undertaking exam invigilation, as required.
• Contribute as necessary to student supervision duties, including at the following times :
•  Before and after school
• Break
• Lunchtime
• Participate as appropriate in the school’s agreed Performance Management Programme.
• Demonstrate a commitment to own continuing professional development, through participation in appropriate training.
• Maintain awareness of and comply with all relevant school policies –particularly any matters relating to Confidentiality, Safeguarding, Health & Safety or Equal Opportunities.
• Undertake any additional duties or responsibilities as reasonably directed by the Headteacher, commensurate with the scope and grade of the post.

What we offer in the school:

‘Leaders and teachers ensure that they know and champion each individual pupil…have high expectations of all…There is a warm regard between staff and pupils…Pupils are calm and polite, friendly and courteous…Staff are proud to work at the school. They appreciate leaders’ support for their well-being and the provision of professional development opportunities” Ofsted, April 2023

• A structured school and subject CPD programme
• Open-door with the Head-teacher and KIT (Keeping-in-touch) appointments
• Fortnightly line-management meetings
• Free access to an on-site gym and staff counsellor
• A clear staff code of conduct and well-being charter
• Cycle 2 work scheme
• Free car parking and excellent transport links for all of London

Langdon Park is committed to the safeguarding and welfare of children. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. A DBS enhanced disclosure that is satisfactory to us will be a condition of appointment.

Also please note in accordance with the latest KCSIE guidance, shortlisted candidates will be subject to online searches.

Please apply via the TES online application form. If you have any questions regarding the post you can contact the HR Officer, Estera Kowalczyk by e-mail HR@langdonpark.org or by phone 0207 987 4811.

Please note that incomplete application forms will not be considered. Only successful applications will be contacted.

Deadline: Friday 5/07/2024 9am

Interviews: w/c 8th July

Langdon Park Community School reserves the right to close adverts earlier than the stated deadline. You are advised to apply soon as possible.