Pastoral Support Officer - Derby - Contract with the option to go permanent

1 x KS5 - Must have recent school experience)

1 x KS3/4 - (Must have recent school experience)

Calling passionate individuals! We seek a dedicated and experienced professional to fill a full-time position as the Pastoral Support Officer.

This non-teaching role is based on-site at our partner secondary school in Derby. You'll play a vital role in shaping the student experience for a specific year group.

Your Responsibilities:

• Student Wellbeing: Foster a positive and inclusive learning environment for all students, with a particular focus on those facing disadvantage, SEND (Special Educational Needs and Disabilities), child protection concerns, or looked-after children.
• Academic Progress: Contribute to effective curriculum delivery, including options, work-related learning, and induction programs specific to each key stage.
• Attendance & Engagement: Monitor punctuality and attendance, collaborating with form tutors to address persistent absences. You'll also support interviews with students and parents to encourage cooperation and offer support.
• Positive Relationships: Build strong relationships with parents, fostering open communication and active involvement in their child's education.
• Behaviour Management: Uphold positive behaviour for learning, addressing issues swiftly and effectively in collaboration with the wider pastoral team. You'll also support and implement the school's anti-bullying policy.
• External Collaboration: Liaise with external agencies to ensure students receive the best possible support, including compiling reports when necessary.
• Transition Support: Collaborate with internal and external staff to ensure smooth transitions between year groups (KS4-5, and KS5 onwards).
• Student Availability: Be a consistent source of support for students throughout the day, particularly during lunch and after-school hours.
• Recognition & Reward: Utilize the school's reward system effectively to motivate and celebrate student achievements.
• Student Safety: Ensure student safety at all times, both in and out of the classroom. This includes supervision during breaks and lunchtimes.
• Restorative Practices: Facilitate restorative conversations between students to promote conflict resolution.

This role offers the opportunity to make a significant impact on the lives of young people. It requires a dedicated, compassionate, and resourceful individual with a passion for student well-being and academic success.

Experience required:

• Proven track record supporting students' well-being in a pastoral role or student-facing environment.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, fostering positive relationships with students, teachers, and parents.
• Adept at building trust and rapport with individuals from diverse backgrounds.
• Skilled problem-solver with a proven ability to de-escalate conflict and find effective solutions.
• Highly organized and time-managed, ensuring efficient support for students and colleagues.
• Deep understanding of safeguarding policies, committed to student safety and well-being.
• Strong awareness of student development and the challenges they face, tailoring support accordingly.

Apply now!

Supply Teach are an equal opportunities employer, and operates as an Employment Business in providing temporary or contract job-seeking services.

This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (1974) and is subject to a successful Enhanced Disclosure, Barring Service (DBS) check and two professional references.