Sapientia Education Trust
Student Support Leader

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Location: Fakenham
Salary: SCP11 £28,142 - SCP13 £29,064 FTE (Actual Salary: £24,197 - £25,453 pro rata per annum)
Vacancy Type: Permanent, 37 hours a week – Term Time plus 1 week
Are you passionate about supporting young people to reach their full potential? We are looking for a committed and compassionate Student Support Leader to join our Pastoral Team at Fakenham Academy from September 2026.
This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who is patient, positive and eager to make a real difference to the lives of our students.
About The Role
As a Student Support Leader, you will work flexibly with our students, teachers and Senior Leadership Team across the school.
The core purpose of the Student Support Leader is to support the pastoral and SEND systems in school, including attendance, behaviour and SEND needs of students.
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You’ll be part of a team committed to high-quality pastoral support and will work closely with teachers and the Senior Leadership Team to ensure all students feel safe, happy, ready to learn and succeed.
The successful candidate will be able to set a calm, positive tone with students, consistently reinforcing school expectations and policies.
Why Fakenham Academy?
Our School Is Built On High Expectations, Respectful Relationships, And Strong Partnerships With Families. Our Most Recent Ofsted Inspection (October 2024) Praised The School’s Positive Culture And Investment In Staff, Noting
- Pupils are taught by knowledgeable teachers who receive high-quality training.
- The school has introduced consistent and clear expectations for high-quality teaching.
- Pupils behave and attend well. They follow the school’s clearly defined expectations.
- The school has successfully established a caring culture. This culture has enabled staff to feel positive about how the school considers workload and well-being in all that it does.


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What We’re Looking for in our Student Support Leader
A Person Who Has
- A genuine interest in working with young people and supporting their success.
- A good standard of education and strong communication skills.
- Reliability, flexibility, and a calm, proactive approach.
Experience of working with children or in an educational setting is desirable, but not essential.
Interviews
Interviews will take place on Friday 18 September 2026
To Apply
If you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for Sapientia Education Trust, please click apply to be redirected to their website to complete your application
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