Student Progress Manager

Do you thrive in an environment that is child-centred? Are you passionate about pupil wellbeing and fostering a positive school community? Then we want to hear from you! We are seeking a child-centred and dedicated individual to join our wonderful team of Pupil Support Managers at Risedale School. As a Pupil Support Manager, you will play a crucial role in providing support and guidance to pupils, ensuring their emotional wellbeing and pastoral care. You will promote positive behaviour, play a key role in the implementation of the school’s behaviour policy, support vulnerable pupils, and work with parents and external agencies to overcome barriers to learning, friendship issues or other challenges. You will have the opportunity to make a positive impact on the lives of young individuals and help create a nurturing and inclusive learning environment. You will provide guidance and support to ensure all pupils feel valued, respected, and empowered to reach their full potential. Pupil Support Managers are a highly visible presence around school and are part of the beating heart of the Risedale Family, visiting lessons and performing key pupil-facing duties throughout the day. Key Responsibilities: Deliver effective pastoral care. Establish proactive strategies as part of the wider pastoral team to support pupil wellbeing and behaviour. Contribute to the implementation and development of the school's behaviour policy. Identify pupils facing challenges and provide timely intervention and support. Build strong relationships with pupils, parents/carers, and external agencies to ensure a coordinated approach to pupils accessing school successfully. Monitor pupil attendance and develop strategies to improve it. Support pupils to face challenges and remove/reduce barriers to learning Work as part of the school's wider Safeguarding Team to ensure safeguarding procedures are followed. The successful applicant will join our team and lead on all aspects of pastoral work. You must be proactive in your approach, working closely with pupils, parents, our staff team and other agencies to find workable solutions and responses to any issues arising around behaviour, wellbeing and attendance. If you would like further information on the role or would like to arrange a visit to the school, please email Angelique Armstrong, Head’s PA, at armstrong.a@risedale.org.uk to arrange a suitable time. Completed application forms should be emailed to jobs@risedale.org.uk or alternatively can be posted to Mrs L Greenwood, Headteacher, Risedale School, Hipswell, Catterick Garrison, North Yorkshire DL9 4BD. PLEASE NOTE: The school will not accept referrals or CVs from supply or employment agencies for this post. Closing date: 23:59 Thursday, 17th September 2026 Interview date: Thursday, 24th September 2026 (TBC) We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful applicant will therefore be required to complete an enhanced Criminal Records Disclosure. We encourage applications from all sectors of the community.