Student Support Advisor

Work where it matters most, achieve what matters more. Be part of a team where passion meets purpose, as we work together where the challenge is greatest to change the lives and build the futures of children and young people. Join Ormiston Rivers Academy as a Student Support Advisor and play a pivotal role in supporting the wellbeing, achievement, and personal development of our students. As a key member of our pastoral team, you will provide dedicated behavioural and pastoral support to students in designated year groups, working closely with staff, parents, and external agencies to ensure every student has the opportunity to thrive. As our Student Support Advisor, your responsibilities will include monitoring attendance, promoting positive behaviour, organising year group activities, and acting as the first point of contact for students and parents. You will also be instrumental in implementing our Academy’s reward systems, supporting students through challenges, and helping to create a safe, inclusive, and respectful learning environment. About Ormiston Rivers Academy Ormiston Rivers Academy is based in Essex. The school is an 11-19 co-educational academy with 1,077 students. At Ormiston Rivers, we believe education is about more than just qualifications, it is about preparing young people for life. We work tirelessly to ensure our students aim high, embrace ambition, and develop the confidence, resilience, and character needed to succeed in a rapidly changing world. Our mission is simple: every student will progress, thrive, and ultimately give back to the communities that shaped them. Our curriculum ensures that academic success, creativity, problem solving, reliability, responsibility and resilience, as well as physical development, well-being and mental health are key elements that support the development of the whole child and promote a positive attitude to learning and enable them to become well-rounded, global citizens. Why work for Ormiston? Our vision is to create a school system where every child thrives, regardless of background. Our people are at the heart of our approach - they are our greatest asset. We exist to provide the best learning opportunities every day, in every school for every child. It is the people and teams in our Trust who make this a reality and ensure we have the greatest impact. If you join us at Ormiston, whatever your role, your work will have purpose and meaning. Ormiston, where every member of staff enjoys… The opportunity to build on the legacy of those who came before - being part of one of the longest standing Trusts, created with the sole purpose of enabling children and young people to thrive Working for a Trust nationally recognised for its impact on disadvantaged children - a rewarding, stimulating career where staff are challenged to be the best they can be, for the pupils we are proud to serve Being part of a team and community where you belong - being part