Progress Leader - Pupil Premium (Maternity Cover)

Essex; Rayleigh; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 29,000; Part time

Job summary

A local educational institution in Rayleigh seeks a committed Progress Leader to provide essential support for Pupil Premium students. The individual will work under the Deputy Head to implement tailored intervention programmes and foster an environment conducive to student success. This part-time, fixed-term role involves strong communication and organizational skills. The position offers a salary range of £27,254 – £28,598, pro-rated based on hours worked, along with several benefits including an Employee Assistance Programme and access to onsite facilities.

Benefits

Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) for wellbeing support

Access to our onsite gym

Access to the 'Cycle to Work' Scheme

Eye test vouchers

Training and development opportunities

Supportive and friendly working environment

Local Government Pension Scheme

Qualifications

• Experience in working with youth in an educational setting.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• Familiarity with Microsoft Office tools.

Responsibilities

• Identify and support Pupil Premium students.
• Monitor and review intervention programmes.
• Mentor students to overcome learning barriers.
• Communicate effectively with students and parents.

Skills

Experience working with young people

Strong literacy and numeracy skills (Level 2 or equivalent)

Confident using Microsoft Word and Excel

Strong communicator

Organised and adaptable

Job description

Progress Leader - Pupil Premium (Maternity Cover)

Job Ref No. ECC5422-577S

Position Type: Administration | Pay Range: Local Government Scale 5, Points 9-12

Contract Type: Fixed Term (to cover maternity leave) | Contract Term: Part time (hours to include cover of before school study sessions)

Salary Range: £27,254 – £28,598 (pro‑rated based on hours worked)

Application Close: 04/01/2026 Midnight | Interview Date: w/c 5 January 2026

Position Available: 1 | Start Date: February 2026

This post will be required from February 2026 for a fixed term to cover maternity leave. We welcome both full time and part time applications.

We are looking for a committed and enthusiastic individual to work with our Deputy Head (Pupil Premium) to remove barriers to learning and provide targeted support that helps Pupil Premium students achieve their potential. This position provides the opportunity for the successful candidate to make a real difference to student achievements and life chances.

Key Responsibilities

• Work with teachers to identify and deliver the right support for Pupil Premium students
• Plan, monitor and review individual intervention programmes
• Support before school study sessions
• Work with Heads of Year and other staff to identify students needing additional help
• Mentor students to understand barriers to learning and find solutions
• Analyse progress data and report on the impact of interventions
• Maintain effective communication with students, parents and staff
• Help students develop independence, meet deadlines and stay on track to achieve their goals

What We're Looking For

• Experience working with young people
• Can work effectively in a busy environment with competing priorities
• Strong literacy and numeracy skills (Level 2 or equivalent)
• Confident using Microsoft Word and Excel
• Strong communicator, organised, and a supportive team player
• Can meet deadlines and adapt to changing needs

Benefits

• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) for wellbeing support
• Access to our onsite gym
• Access to the 'Cycle to Work' Scheme
• Eye test vouchers Scheme
• Training and development opportunities
• Supportive and friendly working environment
• Local Government Pension Scheme

All appointments are subject to safer recruitment requirements to ensure the safeguarding of children and young people. All positions will involve appropriate checks and clearances.

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