Maiden Erlegh School of Reading is seeking to appoint an Assistant Phase Lead – Reflection and Re-engagement Co-ordinator to lead the Refocus Room and support behaviour and inclusion systems. This is a key pastoral and inclusion role, providing targeted intervention, mentoring, outreach and re-engagement support for students experiencing behavioural, attendance, pastoral or emotional barriers to learning. The role will include supporting students experiencing Emotionally Based School Avoidance, including through home visits, to help reduce barriers to attendance and support successful reintegration into education.

As a Disability Confident employer, we want to ensure everyone can perform at their best when applying to work with us. If you need any support with your application or adjustments during the selection process, please contact our People Team by emailing hr@maidenerleghtrust.org or calling 0118 929 6020

Key Responsibilities
The postholder will:

• Lead and supervise the Refocus Room, maintaining a calm, purposeful and well-managed environment.
• Support students to access work provided, meet behaviour expectations and re-engage with learning.
• Provide targeted intervention and mentoring for students who are unable to attend lessons or school.
• Undertake outreach and home visits to support students with attendance, EBSA and reintegration needs.
• Support school behaviour systems, including On Patrol, On Support, Daily After School Detention and break or lunchtime supervision.
• Analyse behaviour and attendance information and provide clear reports to pastoral and teaching colleagues.
• Work closely with students, families, colleagues and external agencies to support positive behaviour, attendance and inclusion.
• Create intervention resources that help students reflect on behaviour, learning and successful reintegration into lessons.
• Contribute to a safe, orderly and inclusive school environment where students are supported to participate fully in school life.

The Ideal Candidate
The successful candidate will have:

• NVQ Level 2 or equivalent in English and maths.
• Relevant experience of working with young people in education, youth work, health, social services or a comparable setting.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively with students, colleagues, parents, carers and external agencies.
• A firm, fair and professional approach to supporting young people with behaviour expectations.
• The ability to maintain calm, purposeful and orderly environments for students requiring additional structure or support.
• Resilience, self-confidence and a responsible approach when working with vulnerable or disaffected students.
• The ability to analyse behaviour and attendance information and use this to support effective pastoral action.
• A commitment to safeguarding, equality and promoting the welfare of children and young people.
• A full driving licence and willingness to undertake home outreach visits.

Maiden Erlegh School in Reading (MER)

Maiden Erlegh School in Reading is an ambitious, over-subscribed 11–16 secondary school in an urban context. The school is as committed to staff and student wellbeing as it is to delivering high-quality education.

Staff voice is central to shaping change and wellbeing priorities. The school benefits from excellent modern facilities and is proud of its vibrant, diverse student body who work hard and have high aspirations. A link to the school can be found here

About Maiden Erlegh Trust

Maiden Erlegh Trust is a growing community of schools across Berkshire and Oxfordshire, working together to deliver the best possible education for every child and young person. With around 800 staff and 5,000 students across eleven schools, including primary, secondary, special and alternative provision, we are proud of the diversity that shapes our expertise.

We Aim High, Be Inclusive and Work Together. These values drive our focus on high-quality education for all through collaboration, inclusion and continuous improvement.

Through the Maiden Erlegh Institute, colleagues access high-quality professional learning at every stage of their career, supported by mentoring, leadership opportunities and our annual MET Staff Conference, a day that brings colleagues together to share best practice and learn from one another.

Joining our Trust means being part of a community that invests in people and values expertise, playing a direct role in shaping the lives and outcomes of young people.

Further information about working with us, and insight from colleagues across the Trust, can be found here on our website.

Benefits of Working with Maiden Erlegh Trust

Staff wellbeing and professional development are central to how we work. Colleagues benefit from a wide range of opportunities and schemes, including :

Pension Scheme – Generous employer contributions through the Teachers’ Pension Scheme or Local Government Pension Scheme

Annual Leave – Generous entitlement, increasing with length of service

ME Day – One additional day’s leave each year for a significant personal event

Professional Development – Extensive CPD through the Maiden Erlegh Institute, annual Trust Conference and apprenticeship opportunities

Hybrid Working – Flexible working arrangements for eligible roles

Perkbox – Discounts, wellbeing resources and monthly perk points

Wellbeing and Health – Free flu vaccinations and eye tests (where eligible)

Employee Assistance Programme – 24/7 support and discount schemes

Mental Health First Aid Support

Recognition and Community – Celebrating achievements and milestones across #TeamMET

Employee Referral Scheme

Working for our Trust means contributing to something larger by supporting the education and life chances of children and young people every day.

Additional Information

If you believe this is an environment where you can thrive, develop and make a meaningful contribution, please contact recruitment@maidenerleghtrust.org for an informal discussion.

Applicants are encouraged to apply early, as we reserve the right to close the advert and interview at any time.

Maiden Erlegh Trust is an equal opportunities employer and is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. The successful candidate will be subject to an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references