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Student Support Services Team Member
Hitchin Girls' School
Source: UK Teaching Vacancies API · original listing ↗
Source date: 11/5/2026
About this role
Hitchin Girls’ School is a high performing school, graded Outstanding in all areas by Ofsted, where we provide an exceptional experience for all of our students. We have high level provision for teaching and learning and provide the greatest level of care and support for all students and our staff. Situated in the picturesque and historic market town of Hitchin, it is conveniently located in the beautiful countryside just 25 minutes from London by train and with easy access to motorways and airports. The successful applicant will work closely with the Student Support Services team and will take the lead with triaging students in order to ensure they receive appropriate and timely support for well-being, attendance and behaviour needs. The role involves ensuring every pupil feels safe, supported, and able to thrive whilst building a sense of belonging. This role will provide a first point of contact for students accessing the Student Support Services team and also assisting with resolving day to day issues as they arise. This role will also provide administrative support to the Student Support Services team to promote positive student wellbeing, self-esteem, motivation, aspiration and achievement. In addition this role will entail undertaking general student support services duties as outlined by the Student Support Services Manager and Deputy. The post is for 35 hours per week, term time including INSET days, plus 1 week. The school highly values CPD and the appointed person will have the opportunity to access appropriate training and support to allow them to flourish in the role. We can offer you: • a secure, supportive environment with a full induction programme for all new staff • outstanding professional development and future career opportunities • a positive working environment within an extremely well-resourced school • the chance to work with exceptionally committed colleagues who have high expectations of students • an active focus on staff well-being, supporting staff throughout the year with various treats/initiatives • access to the school’s children of staff admission rule • a cycle to work scheme This is an outstanding opportunity for someone who wants to join a high performing school. How to Apply: Please complete your application through My New Term. The closing date for applications is Thursday 19th November 2026 at 9am. We reserve the right to make appointments before the closing date, so early applications are encouraged. Hitchin Girls' School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. Applicants for the above post must be willing to undergo child protection screening, including reference checks with previous employers, prohibition checks, online checks, a criminal record check via the Disclosure and Barring Service, the right to work in the UK and a satisfactory health check. Any employment offer will be subject to the successful completion of these background screening checks. Hitchin Girls’ School is committed to ensuring inclusion, diversity and equality of opportunity. We welcome applications from all suitable candidates and encourage those from underrepresented groups, and/or with protected characteristics, to apply.