Study Supervisor and Academic Coach
Bishop Vesey's Grammar School, Sutton Coldfield, West Midlands, B74 2NH10 days remaining to apply
Job start date
1 September 2026
Closing date
6 July 2026 at 9am
Date listed
26 June 2026
Job details
Job role
- Pastoral, health and welfare
Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Working pattern
- Part time
Contract type
- Permanent
Full-time equivalent salary
- £20,636.31 - £22,757.09 Annually (FTE) NSC5 SCP (12-18)
Study Supervisor and Academic Coach job summary
Study Supervisor and Academic Coach
Salary: NSC5, Spinal Points (12-18) - £20,636.31 - £22,757.09 (Pro Rata)
Hours: 30 hours per week, term time only
Reporting to: Sixth Form Pastoral Manager
Who we are
Bishop Vesey’s Grammar School is a historic yet forward-looking community, founded in 1527. For nearly 500 years, we have combined strong academic tradition with a commitment to service, character and opportunity, evolving with each generation. From our origins under Bishop John Vesey to our outstanding modern academy, we are proud of our rich heritage, vibrant community and the achievements of our pupils past and present.
Join Our Outstanding Sixth Form Team
Bishop Vesey’s Grammar School is seeking a highly organised, motivated and student-focused individual to join our Sixth Form team as a Study Supervisor and Academic Coach.
This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in supporting the academic achievement, wellbeing and future aspirations of our Sixth Form students. The successful candidate will combine the responsibilities of supervising independent study with providing mentoring and coaching for students who require additional support to fulfil their potential.
About the Role
The postholder will:
- Oversee a purposeful and productive Sixth Form study environment.
- Mentor and coach students to improve engagement, organisation and academic progress.
- Monitor attendance, study habits and achievement, intervening where concerns arise.
- Liaise with teachers, parents and Sixth Form leaders to support student success.
- Assist students returning from illness and support attendance-related interventions.
- Provide guidance and support throughout the UCAS application process, including personal statement feedback and reference preparation.
- Support Year 12 induction, enrichment activities and work experience arrangements.
- Assist with Sixth Form admissions, parents' evenings and open events.
Why Join Bishop Vesey’s?
Bishop Vesey’s Grammar School is a successful and vibrant school community with a strong commitment to academic excellence, personal development and student wellbeing. You will join a dedicated Sixth Form team and have the opportunity to make a meaningful difference to the lives and futures of our students.
What We Offer
- Generous Pension Scheme: Excellent employer contributions through the Teachers’ Pension Scheme or Local Government Pension Scheme, supporting long‑term financial security.
- Free On‑Site Parking: Convenient and secure parking available for all staff.
- Continuous Professional Development: Extensive CPD opportunities, including leadership development.
- Wellbeing Support: Access to employee assistance programmes.
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Additional Information
Some flexibility is required as occasional attendance at events outside normal working hours may be necessary, including Results Days and Open Evenings.
We welcome applications from enthusiastic individuals who are passionate about supporting young people to thrive academically and personally.
Bishop Vesey’s Grammar School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All appointments are subject to appropriate safeguarding checks.
Further information about the job
Commitment to safeguarding
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff to share this commitment. An enhanced DBS check, Identity, Right to Work, Prohibition Order, Section 128 check, pre-placement medical and verification of qualification checks are requirements for this post. An online search will be carried out as part of due diligence on shortlisted candidates.
Rehabilitation of offenders: This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the amendments to the Exceptions Order 1975, 2013 and 2020. Further information about filtering offences can be found in the DBS filtering guide.
Applying for the job
This school accepts applications through their own website, where you may also find more information about this job.
CVs will not be accepted for this application.
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- School type
- Academy, ages 11 to 18
- Education phase
- Secondary school
- School size
- 1413 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 11 to 18
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- School website
- Bishop Vesey's Grammar School website
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