The Post
We are seeking to appoint to this crucial pastoral position of Student Manager. The primary purpose of this role is to support the Head of Year to ensure students in the year group feel included, are prepared to take advantage of the high-quality learning that the school provides and take part in the respectful relationships which characterise our school. The role provides both pastoral support to the students and administrative support to the Head of Year.
You will be based at Didcot Girls' School, in a small team. You will be supported into the role with a well thought out induction plan and there are opportunities to develop your skill and knowledge.
The hours of work are Monday-Friday 8:00am-4:00pm Monday-Thursday, 8:00am-3:30pm Friday with a 30-minute unpaid break. Part-time and job share would be considered; please include the desired working pattern in your application.
Please see attached Job Description for further details of this role and if you have any questions or wish to visit the school prior to the interview please contact France Adley, PA to the Headteacher fadley@didcotgirls.oxon.sch.uk who will be more than happy to assist you.
Early applications are encouraged and will be considered on receipt we reserve the right to appoint before the closing date.
Didcot Girls' School and RET are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects staff working in all its schools to share this commitment.
The successful applicant will be subject to an enhanced DBS check along with standard pre-employment safeguarding checks.
Please be aware that you will be required to bring your original qualification certificate(s), proof of residence and photographic ID to interview.
Didcot Girls' School is an equal opportunities employer ( School Policies - Didcot Girls' School)
About The School
Didcot Girls’ School is a dynamic school. In November 2022, the school
was judged as continuing to be Outstanding. As Ofsted recognised, we invest in
all of our staff:
‘Leaders support staff very well. They have established a collaborative and respectful working environment. With the trust, they provide highly valued training and leadership programmes. Staff are exceptionally proud to work at the school’.
Ofsted also noted the high standards within the school and commented that 'Pupils’ behaviour is exemplary’.
Summer 2023 GCSE results were superb with 85% of all students achieving 4+ in English and Maths, and 71% doing the same at 5+. Results at A level in the mixed sixth form shared with our partner school, St Birinus School, are also extremely strong with 34% of grades awarded as A* or A and 66% achieving Grades A*-B. These results place us as one of the highest performing schools in the county. Didcot Girls’ School has also been named as one of the top ten comprehensive schools in south-east England by the Sunday Times Parent Power performance table for 2023-24.
About Ridgeway Education Trust (RET)
Ridgeway Education Trust is the employer for all staff at schools across the Trust. This enables deep collaboration between the schools, creating additional opportunities for staff to lead and teach across sites. The RET Staff Charter summarises the commitment we make to all staff who join and work within the Trust.
We are committed to expressing our values of high-quality learning, respectful relationships and an inclusive environment in the day to day experience of staff and students throughout the school. The school is also committed to enabling family-friendly working practices for all our staff.
Why Work for us?
· Family Friendly Flagship School
· Refreshments available daily
· Employee support Scheme
France Adley
01235 812092 Ext 506
fadley@didcotgirls.oxon.sch.uk