Job Details

Hours of work: 37 hours per week Working pattern: Full-time, Term-time only (As the position is term-time only, the above salary will be pro rata)

Closing date: Friday 28 October 2016 Interview date: Tuesday 08 November 2016

For more information and to apply for the above post, please contact:

Bourne School Melbourne Road Eastbourne East Sussex BN22 8BD

Please note, we do not accept CVs.

About the Role

Pupil Support Officer SS grade 5 37 hours per week, 5 days per week, term time only

Bourne is a popular, diverse, happy and challenging school. We are situated in the heart of Eastbourne, within commuting distance of Brighton and Hove. Our community represents many cultures, languages and ethnic groups, and our families are very supportive of our work.

The school was inspected in November 2014 and was removed from Special Measures. Leadership and Management, Behaviour and Safety and The Early Years were judged to be good. The inspection report says that: “All areas of the school’s work have improved since the previous inspection. Leaders have good capacity to improve the school further.” It also says that “Staff share a determination to improve outcomes for pupils and are proud to work at the school. Together, they have ensured that the school is a harmonious community where pupils behave respectfully and enjoy learning.”

We are proud to have:- • a vibrant and diverse school community; • motivated, friendly and polite children; • hardworking, dedicated and supportive staff; • positive relationships with parents; • a commitment to continuing professional development.

We are seeking to appoint a new member to our Office Team at this happy and successful school. The Pupil Support Officer will provide pastoral and welfare support to the pupils of the school, and where necessary the staff; support the monitoring of pupil attendance including accurate record keeping and liaison with the Educational Welfare Officer; and assist in the smooth running of the office duties, working effectively as part of a team. A current First Aid qualification is needed for this role, but training can be given to the right candidate.

Experience of working in schools in a similar role would be an advantage. Ongoing training in key areas will also be made available to the successful candidates regardless of their experience. Knowledge of SIMs would be an advantage. The right candidate will need to be able to prioritise their workload whilst working in a busy office environment.  

Bourne Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All appointments are subject to a satisfactory enhanced CRB check.

Application information is available from the school, by emailing. Visits to the school are warmly welcomed, please contact the school.

The closing date for applications is: 3pm on Friday 28 October 2016.

Interviews: Tuesday 08 November 2016.

Additional Information

Work Permits: we may be able to obtain a Work Permit for this post but this is subject to meeting the requirements of the UK Border Agency’s Points-based Immigration System.

From 6 April 2011 the Home Office has placed a permanent restriction on the number of migrant workers that all Tier 2 (General) Sponsors can recruit. Due to the restrictions we cannot guarantee that individuals that meet the requirements of the Points-based Immigration System will be issued with clearance to obtain work permits. This authority is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All staff will be expected to hold or be willing to obtain Enhanced DBS check or Enhanced check for Regulated Activity with the Disclosure & Barring Services (previously the Criminal Records Bureau). 

Equal Opportunities

East Sussex County Council is an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all suitable candidates, regardless of race, gender, sexual orientation, disability or age. All applications are treated on merit.