Student Progression Support Advisor

Please note: This is a fixed term contract until 25/07/2026. This role will be three days a week - schedule TBC.

Who We Are

SupaJam is a music focused post-16 Specialist Provider, supporting vulnerable and disadvantaged 16 - 25 year olds across our four bases in Wandsworth, Swanley, Canterbury and Brighton.

The majority of our students have a variety of social, emotional or special educational needs, or have previously disengaged from mainstream education.

Our ethos is to be forward thinking, caring and encouraging whilst providing a structured, supportive and non-judgmental environment.

Working at SupaJam is unlike any other role in an education setting. To be part of a company that challenges the status quo, goes the extra mile for all our young people whilst being immersed in the music industry is often challenging, but always rewarding.

The Role

Are you a passionate and supportive professional looking to make a difference tovulnerable young people’s lives? Do you love music or have previous experience as aclassroom assistant and want to be part of a dynamic team that makes real change? Ifthe answer is yes, an exciting opportunity exists to join our classroom support team atSupaJam, one of the country’s most exciting education providers.With so many of our young people having previously fallen out of formal education weuse their passion for music to reignite their desire to learn and achieve. We teach theRSL Music Practitioners Diploma (business pathway) at levels 1, 2 and 3. To continue the growth and educational excellence of the organisation we are nowseeking an additional Student Progression Support Advisor to join our team.Answering to the Careers Lead , this role will be an integral part of our organisation asthey provide exceptional support to students, helping them to see their future beyondSupaJam.

SupaJam is committed to diversity and inclusion, and we believe this helps us to be a more relevant and effective organisation.

All roles at SupaJam require DBS clearance and appropriate references and recruitment checks prior to joining which will be used to assess the candidate's suitability to work with children and vulnerable young people. You will need to fill out an application form. SupaJam is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our students, and we expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All appointments are subject to satisfactory references, background and recruitment checks, including an enhanced DBS clearance.

Our Mission

To help vulnerable young people who have previously fallen out of formal education to engage, achieve and progress in a unique, inclusive learning environment.

Duties and Responsibilities

Book in follow up careers sessions to support final year students with completing actions set in careers guidance sessions

Supporting in researching next steps and opportunities relating to careers aspirations/student needs (a lot of information already provided on contacts database)

Encouraging participation with SupaJam careers activities (WEX, events, lessons etc)

Encourage student to use of Xello profile for documenting and researching

Supporting student to make email enquiries and phone calls regarding next steps/WEX enquiries

Support in sourcing WEX placements

UCAS applications and personal statements (Careers Lead can still support when needed)

Respond to 1:1 employability support requests such as CV writing, interview skills, applications and job searching and book in sessions. (currently low volume of requests)

Attend NEET intervention meetings of those students identified as being at risk of NEET to input and support with next steps. (term 3 onwards - could be covered by attending student success plan meetings)

Add new contacts and opportunities to Industry contact and pathways database.

Contact Alumni students 3 x per year to check in and gather destinations data. Refer those needing extra support to Careers Lead.

Use of Compass + to log careers activity you have planned and or completed with students

Keeping accurate records of careers support sessions

Person Specification

Essential

• A strong desire to help disadvantaged young people thrive and achieve.
• Enthusiastic about understanding the needs of the students.
• A willingness to learn new skills, take on additional responsibilities and work as part of a team.
• Ability to identify potential barriers to learning and jointly engage in strategies to overcome these barriers displaying resilience and commitment.
• Ability to work effectively with, and command the confidence of, teaching staff and senior management within SupaJam.
• Ability to be proactive and able to work in stressful, fast-paced environments - resilience is key!
• A great sense of humour, endless patience, be friendly and approachable with the ability to engage with young people on their level.
• Committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.
• A satisfactory Enhanced Disclosure from the DBS.

Desirable

• Previous Teaching Assistant experience.
• Previous experience working with young people with SEND.
• The ability to play musical instruments.
• A basic understanding of how the music industry works.

Company Benefits

• Opportunities to attend music festivals
• Enhanced parental leave
• Subsidised mileage above normal commute
• Access to an Employee Assistance Programme, including, 'In the moment counselling for home life and issues', 'In the moment counselling for work-related issues', Financial challenges, management support and specialist information
• Uncapped career progression - ambitious people will grow as the business expands
• Wide training scheme
• Access to the company pension
• Social events
• Internal celebrations of cultural and social days and holidays
• Access to professional music equipment and space, including music studio, radio station and photography space
• A tight knit community of highly trained, kind professionals looking to welcome you into the team

See the SupaJam website and socials (Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn and YouTube) to learn more about us. All appointments are made subject to satisfactory references and proof of eligibility to work in the UK.

Good luck!

Job Type: Fixed term contract

Pay: £13,012.50 per year

Benefits:

• Casual dress
• Company events

Work authorisation:

• United Kingdom (required)

Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 04/08/2025
Expected start date: 01/09/2025