Pupil Support Manager - Term Time

The Beacon, Folkestone And Walmer

Ref:KCC886-7043-430S
Posted:08/08/2025
Pay:KSE Actual Salary (£24,169 - £25,787)
Start Date:Subject to checks
App Close Date:17/08/2025 at 20:00
Interviews:W/b 18 Aug 25

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Pupil Support Manager

Hours: 37 hours per week term time plus two weeks including five INSET days (40 working weeks per year)   

Scale: KSE Actual Salary £24,169 - £25,787

We have an exciting opportunity to appoint a Pupil Support Manager due the retirement of the current postholder. The main aspects of this role include the following:

Monitoring and tracking attendance, identifying causes for concern, and working with pupils, parents and external agencies to promote regular attendance

To oversee the co-ordination and admin support of the Annual Review (EHCP) cycle. To ensure the smooth scheduling of Annual Reviews and completion in line with statutory timelines

To work with our NHS colleagues and families in writing individual Health Care Plans for pupils and requested annual updates

Ensuring the smooth transition of new pupils joining The Beacon

The successful candidate will join our central services team and will need to build relationships and work with external agencies such as KPAS, Local Authority Virtual Schools Teams, Social Workers, NHS and other external school colleagues. Within The Beacon community you will build strong relationships with all families and carers, class-based staff and our Multi Agency Support Team.

This role would suit an experienced FLO, SENDCO Assistant or Pastoral Support Assistant. This role is integral to supporting the young people in our community to thrive.

The benefits of working at The Beacon include:

a comprehensive induction programme for all staff

an established mentoring and coaching system throughout the school

on-site parking

great Local Government Pension scheme

wellbeing days

extensive training

opportunities to gain qualifications

confidential staff counselling service

a wellbeing app and platform

annual flu vaccinations

employee Assistance Programme - free and confidential advice on a variety of subjects ranging from physical and mental health to financial help

The Beacon as a whole school prides itself on providing our pupils with much more than academic development and successes. We will collectively not let anything stand in the way of developing the best possible experiences and pathways for our pupils. At The Beacon you will find you are amongst like-minded people who are willing to commit to this challenge for our exceptional young people. 

The Beacon is committed to safeguarding the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment.  Please note that this position is subject to an enhanced DBS disclosure and two satisfactory references.  

If you are interested in the position, then we would really welcome a conversation and a visit to the school where a member of the Senior Leadership Team would be pleased to spend some time with you. Please contact Katie Lonergan, HR Manager on 01303 847555 or email hr@thebeacon.kent.sch.uk  

Information about the school

The Beacon is a multi site, all age specialist school (4–19 years) providing high quality education for 480 pupils with complex needs, profound and severe learning difficulties, and physical and sensory impairments. Our main site is located on Park Farm Road in Folkestone, our newest provision in Walmer opened in September 2025. We also operate a 10 place satellite provision at Castle Hill Primary School and work collaboratively with Beacon Plus as an extended partner of the school.

The Beacon is built on a strong culture of cooperation and a commitment to personalised learning. Our child centred, needs led curriculum draws on the EYS Foundation Stage, the National Curriculum, and relevant accreditation pathways, with an emphasis on Life Skills, Social Skills, and holistic development.

As a centre of expertise, we also deliver training and support for mainstream schools through our outreach team. This dedicated team provides professional development, advice, and guidance to colleagues across the region. Our conference and meeting facilities regularly host nationally recognised speakers and professional learning events.

We are also home to a Multi Agency Support Hub, one of four centres across the county, bringing together NHS professionals, paediatricians, speech and occupational therapists, nursing teams, children’s social care, and portage services. This integrated approach strengthens the support available to children and families across the Folkestone and Hythe district.

At The Beacon, our shared moral purpose is to improve educational outcomes and life chances for all young people. We believe excellence is achieved through partnership, collaboration, and reflective practice. Our peer to peer coaching model and staff led learning communities help ensure consistently high quality teaching and a culture of continuous improvement. We expect the highest standards from ourselves and all stakeholders, creating an environment where every learner can thrive.

If you share our values and are inspired by our mission, we look forward to hearing from you.

Job Contact Information

Name:Sasha Gooding
Address:Park Farm Road, Folkestone, Salisbury Road, Walmer, Folkestone And Walmer, Kent, CT195DN CT147QJ
Telephone: 01303 847555
Email: HR@thebeacon.kent.sch.uk

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