2. Student Progress, Attendance and Behaviour Lead - closing 31 August 2026

Student Progress, Attendance and Behaviour Lead

Location: Samuel Cody School, Ballantyne Road, Farnborough

Job Introduction

Samuel Cody School is a special school for students aged 4-16 with moderate learning difficulties and SEMH difficulties. We value creativity, connection, and helping children thrive in their own unique way. This role is newly created and offers an exciting opportunity for someone interested in pastoral care, behaviour, attendance and safeguarding.

Benefits

• Collaborative and supportive team environment
• Birthday off work
• Coaching and development support
• Gym access before or after school at Cody Oaks
• Subscription to SchoolsUKHealth with 24 7 GP and mental health support for you and your family
• Access to over 1500 online training opportunities via The National College
• Supportive leadership team that monitors work life balance
• Strong community connection

Job Description

Responsibilities will be carried out under the direction of the Senior Leadership Team and may involve support across allocated year groups. Key duties include:

• Work to improve the behaviour, attendance and outcomes of designated students.
• Provide pastoral support for students in the allocated year group.
• Maintain communication with staff, parents/carers, and outside agencies to ensure high standards of progress and behaviour.
• Track progress, welfare, and attendance for students in alternative curriculum and set intervention plans.
• Coordinate progress reviews and annual reports to parents.
• Complete pastoral and restorative work following behaviour incidents.
• Co ordinate with the safeguarding team, attend meetings with parents, and manage attendance monitoring and intervention plans.
• Investigate incidents of negative behaviour, collect evidence, and liaise with senior leaders.
• Attend re integration meetings after suspensions or exclusions.
• Support the implementation of programmes from external professionals (e.g., educational psychologists, speech and language therapists).
• Maintain compliance with child protection, health and safety, confidentiality, and data protection policies.
• Contribute to the school ethos and attend personal and professional development activities.
• Manage administrative tasks related to school trips and activities for the year group.
• Carry out reasonable adjustments and other duties as reasonably requested.

Working Time

Up to 37 hours per week during term time plus 5 days of training (39 weeks). D Grade.

Qualifications and Experience

• 4 GCSEs (English & Maths) or equivalent, Grade A C or above.
• Degree level education or substantial relevant experience demonstrating high literacy, numeracy, and analytical skills.
• Understanding of SEND schools and behaviour management strategies.
• Experience with student databases and report manipulation.
• Experience working with children/young people, preferably in a school setting.
• Knowledge of safeguarding statutory requirements, safety, equality, and data protection.

Personal Qualities

• Sympathy for the school's Catholic ethos and commitment to cooperation and well being.
• Professional appearance and resilience with a good attendance record.
• Strong communication skills - written, verbal, listening.
• Ability to prioritise workload, meet deadlines, and work calmly under pressure.
• Good judgement with sensitive information and confidentiality.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team, with partners and colleagues.
• Commitment to safeguarding, health and safety, equality, and diversity.

Commitment to Safeguarding and Equality

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All staff are expected to share this commitment, and successful candidates will be subject to DSS checks and other relevant employment checks.