LEWES OLD GRAMMAR SCHOOL TRUST

Job Description: Student Support Assistant (Secondary Education)

Contract Type: Full-Time, Term-Time Only

Location: Lewes Old Grammar School

Salary: Up to £18,935 per annum (including holiday pay)

Working Hours: 8.30 to16.30

Introduction

Lewes  Old  Grammar  School  is  an  independent  co-educational  day  school
located  in  the  historic  county  town  of  Lewes,  educating  children  from  3  to  18
years  old.  The School encompasses  traditional values combined  with  a  forward
approach to the education of young people, and it is proud of the family ethos
and  community  it  engenders.  First  established  in  1512,  Lewes  Old  Grammar
School combines high educational standards and small classes in a caring, well-
mannered environment together with economic fee levels. There is an extensive
program of extra-curricular activities running on Friday afternoons for Yr 7-9 and
many opportunities for students to take part in music and drama activities

Overview

We  are  seeking  a  compassionate,  adaptable,  and  proactive  Student  Support
Assistant  to  work  with  secondary  students  in  both  1:1  and  small  group  settings.
This  role  is  ideal  for  someone  passionate  about  inclusive  education  and
committed  to  helping  students,  particularly  those  who  are  neurodivergent  or
require  support  with  study  skills  and  executive  functioning,  reach  their  full
potential.

Key Responsibilities

•  Provide tailored academic support to students in Key Stage 3 (KS3), focusing

on Maths, English, and Science.

•  Deliver  targeted  interventions  to  help  students  develop  study  skills,  time

management, and organisational strategies.

•  Support  neurodivergent  students  by  implementing  strategies  that  align  with

their individual learning profiles.

•  Collaborate  with  teaching  staff  to  identify  students  in  need  of  additional

support and contribute to personalised learning plans.

•  Foster  a  positive,  encouraging  learning  environment  that  promotes  student

confidence and independence.

•  Monitor  and  report  on  student  progress,  maintaining  accurate  records  and

contributing to review meetings as needed.

•  Assist in the development and delivery of resources and activities that support

executive function development.

•  Uphold safeguarding and confidentiality standards at all times.

Person Specification

Essential:

•  Experience  working  with  secondary-aged  students  in  an  educational  or

support capacity.

•  Understanding of neurodiversity and inclusive education practices.
•  Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
•  Ability to build trusting relationships with students and staff.
•  Organised, patient, and flexible in approach.

Desirable:

•  Background in education, or a related field.
•  Familiarity with KS3 curriculum in Maths, English, and Science.
•  Experience delivering academic interventions or mentoring students.
•  Knowledge  of  executive  functioning  and  strategies  to  support

its

development.

Further Details

The  Application  Forms  are  available  from  the  Careers  Section  of  our  website
(https://logs.uk.com/about-logs/working-at-logs/vacancies/).

Applications  must  be  made  using  the  school’s  Application  Form,  Equal
Opportunities  Form  along  with  a  covering  letter  of  application,  including  full
contact details of two referees. CVs will not be accepted without a completed
application form.

Any  queries  regarding  the  application  process  should  be  directed  to  the  HR
Coordinator, hr@logs.uk.com.

Please  send  completed  application
hr@logs.uk.com.

forms

to

the  HR  Coordinator  at

Lewes  Old  Grammar  School  is  committed  to  safeguarding  and  promoting  the
welfare  of  children  and  young  people  and  expects  all  staff  and  volunteers  to
share  this  commitment.  Applicants  must  be  willing  to  undergo  Child  Protection
screening  appropriate  to  the  post,  including  checks  with  past  employers,  the
Disclosure and Barring Service and sign a self-disclosure form.

Please  be  advised  that  the  school  will  perform  social  media  searches  on
shortlisted candidates.

Interviews

References  will  be  requested  for  shortlisted  candidates  and  prior  to  interview.
Only those shortlisted for interview will be contacted.

Lewes Old Grammar School

Candidate Pack

Role: Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL)
Responsible to: The Headmaster

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Introduction

Lewes Old Grammar School is an independent co-educational day school located in
the historic county town of Lewes, educating children from 3 to 18 years old.

The School encompasses traditional values combined with a forward approach to the
education  of  young  people,  and  it  is  proud  of  the  family  ethos  and  community  it
engenders.  First  established  in  1512,  Lewes  Old  Grammar  School  combines  high
educational  standards  and  small  classes  in  a  caring,  well-mannered  environment
together with economic fee levels. There is an extensive program of extra-curricular
activities  running  on  Friday  afternoons  for  Years  7-9  and  many  opportunities  for
students to take part in music and drama activities.

Morley  House  caters  for  children  from
three years old until the age of ten and
is located in an independent building in
a pleasant, residential area of Lewes.

The Senior School occupies four historic
buildings on Lewes high street. Here we
educate  children  from  the  age  of  11
until the age of 18.

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A Message from the Headmaster

I am very proud to have been Headmaster of Lewes Old Grammar School since 2003.
Our school is truly unique; a special place that nurtures talent of every type and excels
in promoting the personal development of our pupils.

Here we believe that every student should be known and valued as an individual and
given the confidence to develop and express their own thoughts. Excellent teaching
staff  instil  a  lifelong  love  of  learning  against  a  backdrop  of  traditional  values  in  a
positive and happy atmosphere.

At LOGS, safeguarding is a vital responsibility at the heart of everything we do.

The safety and wellbeing of our pupils underpin every decision we make, every policy
we write, and every lesson we deliver. As our Designated Safeguarding Lead, you will
play a central role in shaping and maintaining that culture ensuring that all students
feel safe, supported, and able to thrive.

This  role  calls  for  professional  expertise,  sound
judgement,  and  unwavering
commitment, but it also calls for compassion, clarity, and the ability to lead others in
understanding and fulfilling their safeguarding responsibilities. You will be a key figure
within  the  Senior  Leadership  team,  working  closely  with  staff,  families,  Trustees,  and
external agencies to ensure that our safeguarding systems, processes and procedures
are both robust and responsive.

We look forward to hearing from applicants  who can balance strategic oversight with
day-to-day  operational  leadership;  someone  who  is  both  a  trusted  advisor  and  a
visible  presence  across  the  school.  If  you  are  passionate  about  safeguarding  and
ready to make a meaningful difference in children’s lives, we would be delighted to
receive your application.

Robert Blewitt
Headmaster at Lewes Old Grammar School

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Working in Lewes

Most historians agree that Lewes’ name derives from the Old English ‘hlaews’ (‘hills’ or
‘mounds’) as Lewes is built into the slopes either side of the Ouse Valley. Located right
in the middle of the South Downs National Park, Lewes has been ranked as one of the
best places to live in the UK. As a thriving market town, it was also recently voted one
of  Britain’s  best  independent  high  streets.  Lewes  has  excellent  transport  links,  with
regular train services to Brighton and Eastbourne, as well as direct journeys to London
Victoria.

By Bus

By Train

By Car

Lewes is just a short trip
on  the  28  or  29  from
Brighton. There are also
regular 166 bus services
to  Hayward’s  Heath
which  include  stops  in
Plumpton and Chailey.

Lewes  station  is  a  busy
commuter hub with two
trains  per  hour
to
London  Victoria,  plus
regular  services  running
to  Brighton,  Eastbourne,
Ashford and Seaford.

Lewes is situated just off
the A27 with quick links
to  Uckfield,  Hayward’s
Eastbourne,
Heath,
Seaford
the
and
Sussex
surrounding
towns and villages.

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Working at LOGS

Lewes Old Grammar School is a community which is moulded by the individual pupil’s
aspirations and needs.

At LOGS, we believe in investing in our staff in the same way. LOGS prides itself on the
expertise of staff in each subject area. Experienced and new teachers who join our
faculties  will  benefit  from  the  wealth  of  specialism  across  the  curriculum  and  the
excellent resources available to them.

Staff Benefits

Our  benefits  scheme  is  available  to  all  members  of  staff,  regardless  of  their  role  or
department. Currently our staff benefits package includes:

1

2

3

4

5

6

7

8

9

School fee remission

Pension scheme

Death in service

Bike 2 Work scheme member

Subsidised and complimentary food

Counselling and employee assistance

24 hour online GP service

Social calendar of events

Subsidised yoga lessons

10

Subsidised sports club membership

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Purpose of the Role

To  be  part  of  the  Senior  Management  Team  with  specific  responsibility  for
safeguarding and child protection (including online safety) for the whole school.

To  lead  the  operational  aspects  of  safeguarding,  including  but  not  exclusive  to
providing advice and support to other staff on child welfare, safeguarding and child
protection matters, taking part in strategy discussions and inter-agency meetings, and
contributing to the assessment of children.

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Principal Duties

Managing Referrals

•  Refer cases of suspected abuse and neglect to East Sussex children’s social care

as required.

•  Support staff who make referrals to East Sussex children’s social care.
•  Refer cases to the Channel programme where there is a radicalisation concern as

required.

•  Support staff who make referrals to the Channel programme.
•  Refer cases where a person is dismissed or left due to risk/harm to a child to the

Disclosure and Barring Service as required.

•  Refer cases where a crime may have been committed to the Police as required.
•  Liaise with agencies providing early help services and coordinate referrals from the
school to targeted early help services for children in need of support. Monitor any
cases referred to early help and consider referral to children’s services where the
situation does not improve.

•  Follow up on all referrals in a timely manner to ensure that they have been safely

received and to obtain any relevant updates as necessary.

•  Report any accidental injuries, which have occurred within an Early Years setting,
to Ofsted and the relevant SLES consultant  in the Early years Improvement Team

Working With Others

•  Manage issues especially ongoing enquiries under section 47 of the Children Act

1989 and police investigations.

•  Liaise with  the  three safeguarding partners and work with  other  agencies  in  line

with Working Together to Safeguard Children.

•  NSPCC – When to call the police will be used to help the DSL understand when

they should consider calling the police and what to expect when they do.

•  As required, liaise with the “case manager” and the designated officer(s) at the
local  authority  for  child  protection  concerns  in  cases  which  concern  a  staff
member.

•  Manage the DSL and SGO team and meet regularly with the team to discuss issues

and concerns.

•  Liaise  with  staff  (especially  teachers,  pastoral  support  staff,  school  nurses,  IT
Technicians,  senior  mental  health
leads  and  special  educational  needs
coordinators  (SENCOs)  on  matters  of  safety  and  safeguarding  (including  online
and digital safety) and when deciding whether to make a referral by liaising with
relevant agencies.
liaise with the senior mental health lead and, where available, the Mental Health
Support Team, where safeguarding concerns are linked to mental health;

•

•  promote supportive engagement with parents and/or carers in safeguarding and
promoting  the  welfare  of  children,  including  where  families  may  be  facing
challenging circumstances;

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Working With Others Cont.

•  work with the head teacher and relevant strategic leads, taking lead responsibility
for promoting educational outcomes  by knowing the welfare, safeguarding and
child  protection
in  need  are  experiencing,  or  have
experienced,  and  identifying  the  impact  that  these  issues  might  be  having  on
children’s attendance, engagement and achievement at school.
This includes:

issues  that  children

•

o  ensuring  that  the  school  knows  who  the  cohort  of  children  who  have  or
have had a social worker are, understanding their academic progress and
attainment,  and  maintaining  a  culture  of  high  aspirations  for  this  cohort;
and,

o  support  teaching  staff  to  provide  additional  academic  support  or
reasonable  adjustments  to  help  children  who  have  or  have  had  a  social
worker  reach  their  potential,  recognising  that  even  when  statutory  social
care  intervention  has  ended,  there  is  still  a  lasting  impact  on  children’s
educational outcomes.

•  Act as a source of support, advice and expertise for all staff.
•  Cooperate  with  Children’s  Social  Care  for  enquiries  under  section  47  of  the

Children Act 1989.

•  Attend,  or  ensure  other  relevant  staff  members  attend,  child  protection
conferences, core group meetings and other multi-agency meetings, as required.
•  Liaise with other agencies working with the child, share information as appropriate

and contribute to assessments.
•  Be responsible for online safety.

Training

The designated safeguarding lead (and any deputies) will undergo training to provide
them with the knowledge and skills required to carry out the role. This training will be
updated at least every two years. The DSL will undertake Prevent awareness training.
This training will provide the DSLs with a good understanding of their own role, how to
identify, understand and respond to specific needs that can increase the vulnerability
of children, as well as specific harms that can put children at risk, and the processes,
procedures and responsibilities of other agencies, particularly children’s social care,
so they:

•  understand  the  assessment  process  for  providing  early  help  and  statutory
intervention, including the East Sussex continuum of need and the SPOA referral
arrangements;

•  have a working knowledge of how East Sussex conduct a child protection case
conference and a child protection review conference and be able to attend and
contribute to these effectively when required to do so;

•  understand the importance of the role the DSL has in providing information and
support to children social care in order to safeguard and promote the welfare of
children;

•  understand the lasting impact that adversity and trauma can have, including on
children’s  behaviour,  mental  health  and  wellbeing,  and  what  is  needed  in
responding to this in promoting educational outcomes;

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Training Cont.

•  are alert to the specific needs of children in need, those with special educational
needs  and  disabilities  (SEND),  those  with  relevant  health  conditions  and  young
carers;

•  understand  the  importance  of  information  sharing,  both  within  the  school,  and
with the safeguarding partners, other agencies, organisations and practitioners;
•  understand and support the school with regards to the requirements of the Prevent
duty and are able to provide advice and support to staff on protecting children
from the risk of radicalisation;

•  are  able  to  understand  the  unique  risks  associated  with  online  safety  and  be
confident  that  they  have  the  relevant  knowledge  and  up  to  date  capability
required to keep children safe whilst they are online at school;

•  can  recognise  the  additional  risks  that  children  with  special  educational  needs
and  disabilities  (SEND)  face  online,  for  example,  from  online  bullying,  grooming
and radicalisation and are confident they have the capability to support children
with SEND to stay safe online;

•  obtain access to resources and attend any relevant or refresher training courses;

and,

•  encourage a culture of listening to children and taking account of their wishes and
feelings, among all staff, in any measures the school may put in place to protect
them.

Raise Awareness

The designated safeguarding lead will:
•  organise  whole  school  safeguarding  and  child  protection  training  for  all  staff
members annually and provide regular ongoing updates throughout the year;
•  ensure each member of staff has access to, and understands, the school’s child

protection policy and procedures, especially new and part-time staff;

•  ensure  the  school’s  child  protection  policy  is  reviewed  annually  (as  a  minimum)
and  the  procedures  and  implementation  are  updated  and  reviewed  regularly,
and work with the governing body regarding this;

•  ensure the child protection policy is available publicly and parents are aware of
the fact that referrals about suspected abuse or neglect may be made and the
role of the school in this;
link with the safeguarding partner arrangements to make sure staff are aware of
any  training  opportunities  and  the  latest  local  policies  on  local  safeguarding
arrangements; and

•

•

•  help  promote  educational  outcomes  by  sharing  the  information  about  the
welfare, safeguarding and child protection issues that children who have or have
had a social worker are experiencing with teachers and school leadership staff.
This will include ensuring that the school, and staff, know who these children are,
understand  their  academic  progress  and  attainment  and  maintain  a  culture  of
high aspirations for this cohort; supporting teaching staff to identify the challenges
that children in this group might face and the additional academic support and
adjustments that they could make to best support these children.

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Raise Awareness Cont.

•  Ensure  that  staff  understand  that  children  who  have  a  social  worker  due  to
safeguarding  or  welfare  needs  may  need  this  help  due  to  abuse,  neglect  and
complex family circumstances.  A child’s experiences of adversity and trauma can
leave them vulnerable to further harm, as well as educationally disadvantaged in
facing barriers to attendance, learning behaviour and positive mental health.
•  Where children need a social worker, this will inform decisions about safeguarding
(for example, responding to unauthorised absences or missing education where
there  are  known  safeguarding  risks)  and  promoting  welfare  (for  example,
considering the provision of pastoral and/or academic support, alongside action
by statutory services).

•  Ensure that staff are aware that mental health problems can, in some cases, be
an  indicator  that  a  child  has  suffered  or  is  at  risk  of  suffering  abuse,  neglect  or
exploitation.

•  Only appropriately trained professionals should attempt to make a diagnosis of a
mental health problem. Staff however, are well placed to observe children day-
to-day  and  identify  those  whose  behaviour  suggests  that  they  may  be
experiencing a mental health problem or be at risk of developing one.

•  Where children have suffered abuse and neglect, or other potentially traumatic
adverse  childhood  experiences,  this  can  have  a  lasting  impact  throughout
childhood, adolescence and into adulthood. It is key that staff are aware of how
these children’s experiences, can impact on their mental health, behaviour and
education.
If  staff  have  a  mental  health  concern  about  a  child  that  is  also a  safeguarding
concern, immediate action should be taken, following the safeguarding and child
protection policy and speaking to the DSL.

•

Child Protection Files

The DSL will ensure that child protection files are kept up to date and that information
will be kept confidential and stored securely.

Records will include:
•  a clear and comprehensive summary of the concern;
•  details of how the concern was followed up and resolved;
•  a note of any action taken, decisions reached and the outcome

The DSL will ensure that files are only accessed by those who need to see them and
where  files  or  content  are  shared,  this  will  happen  in  line  with  information  sharing
advice and guidance.

Where children leave the school to join another (including in year transfers), the DSL
will ensure their safeguarding and child protection file is transferred to the school as
soon as possible, and within 5 days for an in-year transfer or within the first 5 days of
the  start  of  a  new  term.   This  will  be  transferred  separately  from  the  main  pupil  file,
ensuring secure transit, and confirmation of receipt should be obtained.

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Child Protection Files Cont.

Receiving  schools  should  ensure  key  staff  such  as  DSLs  and  SENCO  or  the  named
person with oversight for SEN in colleges, are aware as required.

Because  a  lack  of  information  about  their  circumstances  can  impact  on  a  child’s
safety, welfare and educational outcomes, in addition to the safeguarding and child
protection  file,  the  DSL  will  also  consider  if  it  would  be  appropriate  to  share  any
information  with  the  new school  in  advance  of  a child  leaving  to help  them put in
place the right support to safeguard this child and to help the child thrive in the new
school or college.. For example, information that would allow the new educational
establishment to continue supporting victims of abuse and have that support in place
for when the child arrives.

Where a parent/carer has expressed their intention to remove a child from the school
with a view to educating at home, the DSL will liaise with East Sussex Elective Home
Education  (EHE)  Team  to  ensure  that  any  safeguarding  concerns  (should  there  be
any) are shared adequately with them, so as to inform next steps.

Availability

During term time the DSL or a deputy will always be available (during school hours) for
Staff in the school to discuss any safeguarding concerns.

Where any activities take place outside of regular school hours, the school will ensure
that the DSL or a DDSL is available to be contacted during this time.

Providing Support to Staff

Training will support the DSL in developing expertise, so they can support and advise
staff  and  help  them  feel  confident  on  welfare,  safeguarding  and  child  protection
matters. This includes specifically to:
•  ensure that staff are supported during the referrals processes; and
•

support staff to consider how safeguarding, welfare and educational outcomes
are linked, including to inform the provision of academic and pastoral support.

Understanding the Views of Children

It is important that children feel heard and understood at our school. Therefore, the
DSL will be supported in developing knowledge and skills to:
•  encourage a culture of listening to children and taking account of their wishes and
feelings,  among  all  staff,  and  in  any  measures  the  school  may  put  in  place  to
protect them; and

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Understanding the Views of Children Cont.

•  understand the difficulties that children may have in approaching staff about their
circumstances  and  consider  how  to  build  trusted  relationships  which  facilitate
communication.

Holding and Sharing Information

Due  to  the  critical  importance  of  recording,  holding,  using  and  sharing  information
effectively the DSL will be equipped to:
•  understand  the  importance  of  information  sharing,  both  within  the  school,  and
with other schools and colleges on transfer including in-year and between primary
and secondary education, and with the safeguarding partners, other agencies,
organisations and practitioners;

•  understand  relevant  data  protection  legislation  and  regulations,  especially  the
Data  Protection  Act  2018  and  the  UK  General  Data  Protection  Regulation  (UK
GDPR); and

•  be  able  to  keep  detailed,  accurate,  secure  written  records  of  concerns  and

referrals and understand the purpose of this record-keeping.

Quality Assurance

•  Monitor  the  implementation  of  and  compliance  with  policy  and  procedures,
including  periodic  audits  of  child  protection  and  welfare  concerns  files  (at  a
minimum twice a year) and lessons learnt.

•  Complete  an  audit  of  the  schools  safeguarding  arrangements  at  frequencies

specified by local Safeguarding Partners.

•  Provide regular reports, to the governing body detailing changes and reviews to
policy, training undertaken by staff members and the number of children with child
protection plans and other relevant data.

•

Take lead responsibility for remedying any deficiencies and weaknesses identified
in safeguarding and child protection arrangements.

Other

•

To  line  manage  the  Deputy  Designated  Safeguarding  Lead  and  promote  their
development.

•  Other  tasks  and  responsibilities  as  required  by  the  Headmaster  and  Trustees
including  but  not  limited  those  required  by  Keeping  Children  Safe  In  Education
(KCSIE).

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Person Specification

Essential Criteria

Desirable Criteria

Qualifications
& Training

Evidence of continuing and relevant
professional development in the
field of safeguarding

Experience

Experience of working in a
safeguarding environment

Experience of providing training to
colleagues

Knowledge &
Understanding

Knowledge and commitment to
child protection, health and safety,
equal opportunities and SEN/
inclusion

Knowledge of health and safety
procedures

Experience of working in schools

Experience of working in the independent
sector

Experience of working as a Social Worker
in Child Services or Family Services

An understanding of the independent
school sector

Skills & Abilities  Ability to effectively deal with a

range of people: internal and
external colleagues, agencies and
stakeholders

Ability to observe and assess
children’s development

Record keeping and reporting

Ability to form appropriate
relationships with young people

Adaptable and flexible and the ability to
cope with changing needs

Emotional resilience in working with
challenging behaviours

Caring, friendly, approachable,
open, welcoming and personable

Outstanding communication skills

Proactive and positive team player,
able to work constructively as part
of a team

Ability to work under direction but
use own initiative
Ability to maintain confidentiality

Reflective approach and
commitment to personal
development

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Terms and Benefits

Start Date - As soon as can be arranged with the successful candidate.

Working  hours  -  This  is  a  full-time  role  throughout  the  year.  Core  office  hours  are
Monday to Friday 8.00 - 17.00. This is a senior role with fluctuating demand and the
holder will be expected to work the hours needed to achieve their objectives.

Holiday - The holiday entitlement is 35 days per year plus public holidays. It is expected
that holiday will normally be taken in school holidays.

Salary - The starting salary will be between £50,000 - £55,000.

Pension  -  A  contributory  pension  scheme  is  offered  together  with  death  in  service
benefit.

Lunch  - Subsidised lunch is available in the dining room each working day when the
kitchens are open.

Gym - Subsidised sports club membership.

Fees  - School fees remission for dependents of the job holder attending the School; if
not already at the school, any child would have to meet all of the normal entrance
requirements.

Further Details

Applications must be made using the school’s Application Form, Equal Opportunities
Form along with a covering letter of application, including full contact details of two
referees. CVs will not be accepted without a completed application form.

Lewes Old Grammar School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare
of  children  and  young  people  and  expects  all  staff  and  volunteers  to  share  this
commitment.  Applicants  must  be  willing  to  undergo  Child  Protection  screening
appropriate  to  the  post,  including  checks  with  past  employers,  the  Disclosure  and
Barring Service and sign a self-disclosure form.

Contact us

01273 472634

140 High Street, Lewes, Sussex, BN7 1XS

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        140 High Street, Lewes, Sussex, BN7 1XS              01273 472634

Job Description: Student Support Assistant (Secondary Education)

Contract Type: Full-Time, Term-Time Only

Location: Lewes Old Grammar School

Salary: Up to £18,935 per annum (including holiday pay)

Working Hours: 8.30 to16.30

Introduction

Lewes  Old  Grammar  School  is  an  independent  co-educational  day  school
located  in  the  historic  county  town  of  Lewes,  educating  children  from  3  to  18
years  old.  The School encompasses  traditional values combined  with  a  forward
approach to the education of young people, and it is proud of the family ethos
and  community  it  engenders.  First  established  in  1512,  Lewes  Old  Grammar
School combines high educational standards and small classes in a caring, well-
mannered environment together with economic fee levels. There is an extensive
program of extra-curricular activities running on Friday afternoons for Yr 7-9 and
many opportunities for students to take part in music and drama activities

Overview

We  are  seeking  a  compassionate,  adaptable,  and  proactive  Student  Support
Assistant  to  work  with  secondary  students  in  both  1:1  and  small  group  settings.
This  role  is  ideal  for  someone  passionate  about  inclusive  education  and
committed  to  helping  students,  particularly  those  who  are  neurodivergent  or
require  support  with  study  skills  and  executive  functioning,  reach  their  full
potential.

Key Responsibilities

•  Provide tailored academic support to students in Key Stage 3 (KS3), focusing

on Maths, English, and Science.

•  Deliver  targeted  interventions  to  help  students  develop  study  skills,  time

management, and organisational strategies.

•  Support  neurodivergent  students  by  implementing  strategies  that  align  with

their individual learning profiles.

•  Collaborate  with  teaching  staff  to  identify  students  in  need  of  additional

support and contribute to personalised learning plans.

•  Foster  a  positive,  encouraging  learning  environment  that  promotes  student

confidence and independence.

•  Monitor  and  report  on  student  progress,  maintaining  accurate  records  and

contributing to review meetings as needed.

•  Assist in the development and delivery of resources and activities that support

executive function development.

•  Uphold safeguarding and confidentiality standards at all times.

Person Specification

Essential:

•  Experience  working  with  secondary-aged  students  in  an  educational  or

support capacity.

•  Understanding of neurodiversity and inclusive education practices.
•  Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
•  Ability to build trusting relationships with students and staff.
•  Organised, patient, and flexible in approach.

Desirable:

•  Background in education, or a related field.
•  Familiarity with KS3 curriculum in Maths, English, and Science.
•  Experience delivering academic interventions or mentoring students.
•  Knowledge  of  executive  functioning  and  strategies  to  support

its

development.

Further Details

The  Application  Forms  are  available  from  the  Careers  Section  of  our  website
(https://logs.uk.com/about-logs/working-at-logs/vacancies/).

Applications  must  be  made  using  the  school’s  Application  Form,  Equal
Opportunities  Form  along  with  a  covering  letter  of  application,  including  full
contact details of two referees. CVs will not be accepted without a completed
application form.

Any  queries  regarding  the  application  process  should  be  directed  to  the  HR
Coordinator, hr@logs.uk.com.

Please  send  completed  application
hr@logs.uk.com.

forms

to

the  HR  Coordinator  at

Lewes  Old  Grammar  School  is  committed  to  safeguarding  and  promoting  the
welfare  of  children  and  young  people  and  expects  all  staff  and  volunteers  to
share  this  commitment.  Applicants  must  be  willing  to  undergo  Child  Protection
screening  appropriate  to  the  post,  including  checks  with  past  employers,  the
Disclosure and Barring Service and sign a self-disclosure form.

Please  be  advised  that  the  school  will  perform  social  media  searches  on
shortlisted candidates.

Interviews

References  will  be  requested  for  shortlisted  candidates  and  prior  to  interview.
Only those shortlisted for interview will be contacted.