Pupil Engagement Officer

UET Pathfinder Academy  

·           32 hours per week

·           Term time plus 1 week

·           Salary – MRS Scale E Point 7 to 11 actual salary £19,553 - £20,842 (FTE annual salary £26,403 - £28,142)

·           Interview Date: Wednesday 11^th February

Are you passionate about supporting young people and helping them succeed?

Unity Education Trust (UET) are looking for dedicated Pupil Engagement Officers to join our dynamic specialist education service across Norfolk. This is a highly rewarding opportunity to make a real difference, supporting pupils who are missing education or have been permanently excluded from mainstream schools.

Working closely with senior leaders and teaching staff, you will help pupils feel safe, supported and motivated to engage with their learning. You will play a vital role in promoting positive behaviour, building strong relationships and supporting pupils to develop confidence, resilience and a renewed sense of purpose in their education.

This is a brand-new role and UET are fully committed to investing in you. You’ll complete an extensive training programme at our central office in Dereham, before moving into your appointed school as a key worker, supporting pupils to re-engage and succeed. Alongside this, you’ll have access to apprenticeship routes and ongoing professional development, offering a long-term career in education and the opportunity to have a real impact on young people’s lives.

This role would suit experienced candidates with a background in SEND, SEMH, behaviour support, youth work, or pastoral support, who are flexible, resilient, and passionate about inclusive education and positive outcomes for young people.

Role Details

Location: Pathfinder Academy Schools (across Norfolk)

Current vacancies:

Pathfinder Danby Wood

Pathfinder Rosebery

Hours: Monday to Friday, 8.30am – 3.30pm

​​​​​​​How to apply

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No CVs accepted – Please complete an official application form if you wish to be considered for this role.

Candidates are advised that they may be subject to an online check from information in the public domain.

We aim to be an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications irrespective of race, gender, religion, disability, sexual orientation and/or age. We value the individuality and creativity that every worker potentially brings to the workforce.

This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.

This post will come under the requirements of the Childcare (Disqualification) 2009 Regulations and the successful applicant will be required to complete a declaration form to establish whether they are disqualified under these regulations.

​​​​​​​Unity Education Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All applicants must be willing to undergo safeguarding screening appropriate to the post, including checks with Disclosure & Barring Service and at least 2 references which cover the last 3 years; for all our services we will request references from where you have worked with either Children or Vulnerable Adults. Please be advised that references may be requested prior to interview for roles within our Schools.

This post is covered by Part 7 of the Immigration Act (2016) and therefore the ability to speak fluent English is an essential requirement for this role.

We reserve the right to withdraw this vacancy at any time ahead of the closing date if there is a good level of response. Therefore, we recommend you submit your application as early as possible.

We also reserve to right to interview shortlisted candidates ahead of the closing date.

If you would like an informal chat about this exciting role, please contact Sandra Hopkins via email on shopkins@unityeducationtrust.uk for an informal friendly chat.

Previous applicants need not re-apply.