Location: Kingswood, Bristol
Pay: £31,064 - £34,282 actual (paid at daily rate)
Type: Fixed-Term until 27th April 2026
Hours: Part-time (0.6)
Start date: ASAP (Jan 2026)
Elementa Support Services is working with a large academy school based in Kingswood, South Gloucestershire, to appoint a dedicated Head of Community Development. This is a fantastic opportunity for a professional with experience in teaching and looking for new challenges within the education sector to make a positive impact within a vibrant educational setting.
Role Overview
The successful candidate will oversee the community development model and the "cradle to career" approach, providing essential support to students and their families, and working closely with staff to promote a nurturing and inclusive environment. This role is pivotal in supporting the academy’s vision to enhance student wellbeing and community engagement.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage and develop the Family Hub, ensuring it effectively meets the needs of students and families.
- Lead on pastoral care initiatives and take a proactive approach to supporting student wellbeing.
- Encourage strong partnerships with families, local agencies, and community stakeholders.
- Assist in implementing policies and procedures related to pastoral support and family engagement.
- Coordinate resources and support services that complement the academy’s broader educational goals.
- Support staff with strategies to improve student attendance, behaviour, and social-emotional development.
Candidate Profile
- QTS and teaching experience in the UK
- Proven experience in student support roles.
- Excellent communication skills, able to build trust with families and community partners.
- A compassionate, approachable manner with a clear understanding of pastoral and family support.
- Knowledge of safeguarding and compliance protocols pertinent to working with children and families.
Contract & recruitment information
Elementa is the recruiting partner therefore applicants being considered for the role after pre-screening will be required to complete the registration process for Elementa. This includes full vetting & background checks and application for an Enhanced DBS Disclosure (which may be chargeable @£64.20) unless you have a current Enhanced DBS subscribed to the update service.
If you have the relevant skills and experience necessary for this role then please apply with your full up to date CV.
ELEMENTA CANDIDATE COMMITMENT:
- Weekly pay – no waiting for monthly payroll cut-off dates, Elementa pays one week in lieu.
- PAYE contract – unless a candidate specifically requests it, all candidates are paid via PAYE giving them the protections and payment structure of a traditional employer:employee relationship.
- Training & Support – a broad range of free or heavily discounted training available including Safeguarding, Behaviour, Team Teach, SEND, Makaton and Thrive. Regular welfare contact and support from a dedicated candidate manager.
- Fair pay policy – our candidates are paid to scale, where a variation on this may be required written agreement will be provided ahead of the position.
- Additional services to support our staff – we have a network of partners who offer support services to our candidates … tax returns, accountancy, legal and more.
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