Monday to Thursday 8am to 4pm, Friday 8am to 3.30pm

We are seeking a dedicated and proactive Year Team Support Officer to join our highly effective pastoral team. This is a rewarding opportunity to play a key role in supporting students' wellbeing, attendance, behaviour and academic success.

Working closely with our Year Managers, Faculty Leaders, the SEND team and families, you will provide a first response to student and family needs, ensuring timely support and intervention. You will help create an environment where students feel safe, valued and able to succeed.

About You

We are looking for someone who:

• Has experience of working with young people in an educational, pastoral, youth work or community setting
• Builds positive and professional relationships with students, parents and colleagues
• Demonstrates resilience, empathy and excellent communication skills
• Can work effectively with a range of stakeholders, including external agencies
• Is highly organised, able to maintain accurate records and manage competing priorities
• Shares our commitment to high expectations, inclusion and student success
• Is committed to their own professional development and continuous improvement

About our School

At Harrogate Grammar School we provide a positive and inclusive environment where ever student is supported to thrive academically personally and socially. Our dedicated and supportive staff build strong relationships with students’ families and the wider community creating a culture in which everyone feels valued and empowered. We are committed to high‑quality professional development enabling colleagues to continually grow and evolve.

We are proud to be part of Red Kite Learning Trust, whose mission is to nurture ambition deliver excellence and enrich children’s lives through shared values of collaboration integrity and respect. Guided by our vision of ‘Excellence for All’ and our REACH values of Respect Excellence Adventure Commitment and Honesty we foster an ethos of ambition kindness and mutual respect.

Our aim is for every student to enjoy their time at school, form lasting friendships and leave us as well‑rounded resilient young people ready to contribute positively to society.

Here’s what you can expect when you join us: 

• Generous pension scheme: Employer contribution rate of 14.9%, plus a wide range of benefits and discounts. Full details HERE
• Flexible working options: We support work-life balance and are open to exploring suitable arrangements
• Supportive environment: We prioritise respect, equality, diversity, and well-being
• Community culture: Collaboration and generosity are at the heart of our team
• Professional development: We invest in your growth at every stage of your career

Next Steps

Let’s Connect: Prospective candidates are warmly invited to visit our school to see what we have to offer and experience our welcoming community. We would welcome the opportunity to speak with you and answer any questions about the role or our school. To arrange a convenient time to speak in person, or visit us ahead of applying, please email hgshr@hgs.rklt.co.uk.

Adjustments: Should you require any adjustments to our recruitment process, please include these within Part Two of our application form under the section ‘Disability and Accessibility’.

Applicant Guidance: Red Kite Learning Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Appointments will be subject to an enhanced DBS disclosure. We are an equal opportunities employer which welcomes applications from all sectors of the community. We are committed to promoting diversity and want a workforce which reflects the local population of each of our schools. Our recruitment guidelines and privacy notice for applicants can be found HERE.