Are you looking for a role with impact? Are you resilient, driven and ambitious? The Hart School is looking for a new Student Support Officer to be an advocate and support our students, giving them an opportunity to thrive.
Job Title: Student Support Officer
Location: The Hart School, Rugeley, Staffordshire
Salary: Grade 6, SCP 9-15 (£24,641 to £27,024 per annum actual salary)
Start Date: As soon as possible
Contract Type: Permanent, Term-time plus 2 weeks
Working Pattern: Full-time, 37 hours per week, Monday to Friday
Application Closing Date: Sunday 12 April 2026*
Interview Date: tbc
About You
The Hart School is seeking a compassionate and resilient Student Support Officer to join our dedicated Pastoral Team, acting as a trusted advocate for our students and helping them realise their full potential. In this vital role, you will play a key part in promoting positive behaviour and emotional wellbeing, offering consistent support and guidance. Working closely with the wider pastoral team, you will be an approachable presence throughout the school day, ready to listen, respond to challenges, and contribute to a safe, inclusive, and respectful learning environment.
Our Ideal Candidate Will
- Have experience of working with children demonstrating challenging behaviour.
- Demonstrate the ability to build strong and effective relationships with students, staff and parents.
- Be empathetic, proactive and have high expectations for every student.
About The Pastoral Team
The Pastoral Team at The Hart School plays a vital role in supporting the personal, social, and emotional development of our students, ensuring that every young person feels safe, valued, and empowered to succeed. Committed to creating a nurturing and inclusive environment, the team works closely with students, families, and staff to provide tailored support, guidance, and early intervention when challenges arise. Whether addressing behaviour, attendance, wellbeing, or safeguarding concerns, the team is approachable, proactive, and deeply invested in helping students overcome barriers to learning and thrive both in and out of the classroom.
About The Hart School