Student Support Associate

Equal Education Partners is excited to announce an opening for a Student Support Associate at one of our partner clients. This position is designed for individuals who are passionate about fostering a positive learning environment and providing individualized support to students in a variety of educational settings.

As a Student Support Associate, you will play a key role in our client’s new pastoral care programme, ensuring every student’s educational experience is supportive and nurturing. Working within a dynamic team under the guidance of the assistant head of teaching and learning for inclusion and SEND, the SSA will operationalise a vision where every student feels supported both academically and personally. They will contribute to developing and maintaining a framework that promotes student well-being, open communication, and academic progression.

This role involves collaborating with teachers, parents, and other educational professionals to implement effective support strategies.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement frameworks that support student well-being and academic achievement
• Collaborate with the assistant head of teaching and learning to ensure the pastoral care program aligns with educational goals
• Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of support programs to ensure they meet student needs and organisational objectives
• Facilitate drop-in sessions for students to discuss their concerns and achievements in a supportive environment
• Organise and lead progress meetings to provide students with personalised feedback and guidance
• Engage actively with students to build trust and foster a sense of community within our client’s online platform

Requirements

To be successful in this role, candidates should meet the following criteria:

• Previous experience working with students or in an educational setting is preferred.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Experience in mentoring or coaching young people.
• Ability to adapt to the needs of diverse students.
• A commitment to fostering an inclusive and supportive learning environment.
• Relevant qualifications, such as a degree in Education, Psychology, or a related field, are a plus.
• Enhanced DBS check or the willingness to obtain one.

Benefits

Our client provides a friendly, stimulating environment in which their team is encouraged to grow and thrive. They work collaboratively, get stuck in, and value everyone’s input. They operate a hybrid working model where staff work from the Chester office 5 days a month, 1 day when all together. However, they will not insist on this pattern for the right candidate who does not live close by.

The package:

• £21,472 – £26,003pa
• 35 hours per week (08.30 – 16.30)
• 33 days annual leave, inc 8 bank holidays
• Flexible, hybrid working
• Laptop, CPD, EAP, Pension & Private Health Care
• An amazing team!