About this role
West Coventry Academy is seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Refocus Lead to join our pastoral team. This is a vital role focused on supporting the personal development and wellbeing of our students, helping them thrive in a safe, respectful and supportive environment. This role offers the opportunity to make a real difference in providing targeted behaviour support and leading the daily operations of our refocus provision.
Key Responsibilities
To work with the pastoral team to provide effective pastoral care for Years 7-11, ensuring all students can achieve in a safe and supportive environmentTo co-ordinate the affective running of the Refocus RoomTo analyse data, monitor attendance, and home/school liaisonsProvide support and advice to students, promoting their social care and personal development with respect to learning, along with ensuing the health and safety of all students in line with school and Trust policies.
What you'll need to succeed
Be able to demonstrate excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.Have experience working within a pastoral role or with students in a supporting roleBe able to manage multiple priorities and work effectively under pressureBe committed to supporting the learning and development of studentsBe committed to supporting the values and ethos of the school.
What you will get in return
A welcoming, supportive and inclusive school community.Opportunities for professional development and training.A positive working environment where your contribution is valued.The chance to make a real difference to young people’s livesAn Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) and employee benefits packageCompetitive pension scheme (Local Government Pension Scheme)Professional development and wellbeing days
How to apply
To arrange an informal chat about the role, please contact Josephine Summer, Assistant Headteacher, via email on [email protected]. To apply for this role please complete an online application form. Please include a supporting statement outlining how meet the criteria set out in the person specification.
Please note we do not accept CV’s; applications will only be considered if received on an ATLP application form.
Interviews will take place as soon as suitable applications are received.
Candidates are encouraged to submit their applications as soon as possible as we reserve the right to interview earlier and withdraw the advert if a suitable candidate is appointed.