We are seeking to appoint an Assistant Phase Leader to support the raising of attainment for students within the relevant Key Stage. This is a non-teaching role working closely with Heads of Year, pastoral teams and inclusion colleagues to support behaviour, attendance, punctuality, welfare, safeguarding and positive engagement with learning.

The successful candidate will play an important role in promoting a positive ethos of learning, maintaining high expectations of student conduct, behaviour, punctuality, uniform and equipment, and supporting students’ readiness to learn.

Key Responsibilities

• Promote a positive learning culture through high expectations of student interactions, conduct and engagement.
• Support Heads of Year, tutors and year teams in providing effective pastoral support for students.
• Monitor behaviour, attendance and punctuality information, identifying patterns and supporting timely intervention.
• Support students on report, Individual Behaviour Plans or Pastoral Support Plans.
• Work with students at risk of disengagement, applying appropriate strategies and interventions.
• Communicate with families and stakeholders to support positive attendance, punctuality and behaviour.
• Liaise with safeguarding colleagues and external agencies where appropriate.
• Contribute to a positive and inclusive atmosphere across selected year groups.

The Ideal Candidate

The ideal candidate will have recent experience of working within a pastoral environment and a caring, positive approach when working with students. They will be able to understand and respond sensitively to student needs, support positive behaviour management and remain calm under pressure.

They will have clear communication and interpersonal skills, the ability to maintain confidentiality, and the confidence to work both independently and as part of a team. A responsible, adaptable and flexible approach will be important, alongside a commitment to ongoing service and personal development.

NVQ Level 2 or equivalent is required.

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