Student Support Officer - Staffordshire University Academy

Staffordshire University Academy

Marston Road

Hednesford

Staffordshire

WS12 4JH

Student Support Officer

Salary: Grade 4 SCP 5-6 (£25,583 - £25,989) pro-rata 32.5 hours per week

1 year contract in the first instance

Term time only

Required immediately

Do you want a role where you can build meaningful relationships with young people and see the impact of your work every day?

Staffordshire University Academy is seeking to appoint an enthusiastic and motivated Student Support Officer to join our supportive and ambitious team. This is a fantastic opportunity to work closely with students, both in the classroom and through targeted small group interventions, helping them to overcome barriers to learning and thrive in school life.

About the role

Working in the classroom to support students' learning and engagement

Deliver and support small group interventions tailored to students' needs

Have the opportunity to design and develop your own interventions, based on your interests, strengths, and the needs of our students

Build positive relationships that support students academically, socially, and emotionally

Support and development

We are committed to developing our staff. In this role, you will benefit from:

Clear line management and regular support, ensuring you feel confident and valued in your role

Access to high quality CPD opportunities, including training linked to SEND, behaviour, and student wellbeing

The chance to develop skills that support progression into education, pastoral, or leadership roles

Why Staffordshire University Academy?

A friendly, welcoming staff team who share best practice and support one another

Excellent facilities and resources that enable you to work effectively with students

A school culture that places student wellbeing, inclusion, and aspiration at its heart

Experience of working with young people aged 11-18 is desirable but not essential. We are looking for people who are committed, reflective, and passionate about helping young people succeed.

Closing date for applications is 9am on 13th February 2026