Study Supervisor Year 12

Step Into Teaching Limited; Ilford; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A secondary school in Ilford is seeking a Sixth Form Study Supervisor to support and guide students in their academic journey. This role involves engaging with students, promoting positive learning behaviours, and aiding their transition to university. The school is committed to high-quality education and is rated 'Good' by Ofsted. This is a full-time, term-time only position with a weekly salary of £540 - £600. Interested graduates are encouraged to apply ASAP to start for the academic year 25/26.

Qualifications

• Hold a degree with 2:2 or above – ideally 2:1 or 1st.
• Ability to inspire and motivate students.
• Demonstrated good teamwork and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Support and guide students through Years 12 and 13.
• Assist in tackling underachievement in the sixth form.
• Develop a positive climate for parental communication.

Skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Motivational skills

Flexibility

Education

Degree with 2:2 or above

Job description

Job Description:

Job Description: A secondary school, located in Ilford, are looking for a graduate to support students as Sixth Form Study Supervisor.

The sixth form are happy to consider graduates from any background or relevant degree but ideally require someone that has a passion for academics and looking to support students within their A-Level and BTEC subjects, as well as talking about University.

The recruited graduate will be joining a very supportive faculty who will ensure the necessary resources, help and guidance are provided for their own personal progress and development.

Core Purpose:

• To support and guide students through Years 12 and 13 to ensure a high‑quality work focused environment to support the highest levels of achievement within the 6th Form.
• To assist in tackling underachievement within the 6th Form primarily by working in partnership with students, teaching and pastoral staff, families, parents, and carers.
• To use strategies to:
  • Improve learning and study skills to raise attainment
  • Improve attendance, raise standards of behaviour, and assist with the transition to university/college and other pathways beyond school
• To take an active and engaged role in the induction of new students into the Sixth Form including participating in external recruitment events when required.

DUTIES

1. Student Progress at KS5

Sixth Form Study Areas:

• a) To take responsibility for The Sixth form Study Areas, supervision of study conditions during lesson times and Common Room space during break/lunch time, ensuring the creation of an atmosphere and ethos for study by engaging positively with students.
• b) To supervise the Sixth Form study area to ensure the environment is conducive to learning and fit for purpose.
• c) Work with the Head of Sixth Form and other staff to ensure that the Behaviour Policy is implemented so that effective learning can take place at KS5.
• d) Monitor the behaviour of identified students through offering agreed bespoke support strategies.
• e) Work with Head of Sixth Form and the pastoral team to coordinate sanctions and rewards and to liaise with parents where appropriate.
• f) Oversee condition of rooms/litter/ICT/printer provision.
• g) Organising 6th Form cover/supervision of absent staff classes, distribution of set work.
• h) To be a qualified first aider to support Inclusion children and be part of the First Aid Team.

Other responsibilities and duties to promote achievement:

• a) Support the preparation process of students for entry to Higher Education and Apprenticeships.
• b) To set a positive ethos for the Sixth Form supporting the school vision and school priorities.
• c) Support the Sixth Form Pastoral Team, when necessary, to communicate with parents and carers regarding concerns.
• d) Organise before and after school supervised study sessions for students who want or need somewhere to study.
• e) Promote and attend Parents Consultation or Information Evenings.
• f) Monitor the attendance of individual Year 12 and 13 students where this has been raised as a concern by the pastoral team.
• g) Contribute to fulfilling the objectives of the School Development Plan.

2. Parental Engagement with the Child’s Learning

• a) To work with parents, supporting them and building their engagement with their child’s learning.
• b) Use school procedures to contact families and provide appropriate support to improve attendance and punctuality.
• c) To develop a good climate for parental communication and to promote strategies appropriate to engaging parents of Sixth Form students.
• d) To liaise with and support the work of the Sixth Form Administrative Office in relation to attendance.

3. Reporting

• a) To ensure all record keeping relating to students’ and families remains confidential in line with school policy.
• b) To bring relevant information to the Sixth Form Team when learning, behaviour or attendance are analysed, monitored, or reviewed.

4. Other

• a) To attend relevant training or CPD as directed by Line Managers.
• b) To carry out all duties and responsibilities with due regard to the organisation’s existing policies, such as safeguarding, child protection, health and safety, equal opportunities, and data protection.
• c) To be trained as a Fire Marshal and carry out duties as required.
• d) To undertake other duties and responsibilities as required from time to time commensurate with the grade of the post including additional duties across the school as directed by SLT which could include break and lunchtime duty cover as well as general administration duties.

5. Additional 10 days of work

• a) Additional 10 days of work will take place as directed annually in the summer holiday period (e.g. July and August) including attendance at GCSE and A Level results day.
• b) Duties will include general administration in the processing of applications for Year 12.
• c) Assisting with the enrolment of students including checking GCSE results.
• d) Supporting the Sixth Form Team in providing advice and guidance in relation to UCAS applications and university placement.

The opportunity:

• Sixth Form in Ilford secondary school, Redbridge
• Rated ‘Good’ by Ofsted
• Full‑time role – Monday – Friday
• Start ASAP for the 25/26 academic year
• Interviews taking place ASAP
• £540 - £600 per week - term time only
• Chance to gain invaluable classroom experience before teacher training

The ideal graduate needs to:

• Hold a degree with a 2:2 or above – ideally 2:1 or 1st.
• Be able to inspire and motivate students to reach their full potential.
• Be flexible and self‑motivated.
• Be able to demonstrate good teamwork and interpersonal skills.
• Have excellent communication skills.
• Have the ability to build strong working relationships with a wide range of individual students.
• Be able to deliver well‑structured support sessions to individuals and groups of students.
• Support their open learning centre within the sixth form, keeping students quiet and supporting them with their work.
• Monitoring attendance in the OLC for students who are required to go there in some study periods.

The Graduate Academic Coach will be a positive role model and will coach and motivate students. The headteacher is looking for someone with the ability to form positive relationships with the students and help build confidence and encourage varied extra‑curricular activities to help students develop as individuals.

How to apply:

Click 'Apply’ below to generate your interest and import your CV to Sahra @ Step into Teaching.

Step into Teaching is committed to safeguarding the welfare of children and the successful applicant will be subject to an enhanced DBS Disclosure and Barring Service check.

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