Pastoral Support Officer

Teaching Personnel is currently seeking a compassionate, proactive, and organised Pastoral Support Officer to join a welcoming and inclusive secondary school in Folkestone. This is a vital role focused on promoting student well-being, improving behaviour, and ensuring that every learner is supported in their personal and academic journey.

The Role:

As a Pastoral Support Officer, you will work closely with students, staff, and families to:

• Provide one-to-one and small group support for students facing social, emotional, or behavioural challenges.

• Monitor attendance, behaviour, and safeguarding concerns.

• Support the school’s pastoral team in implementing behaviour and inclusion policies.

• Liaise with external agencies and parents/carers as needed.

• Contribute to a positive and safe school culture by building strong relationships with students and staff.

Requirements:

• Experience in a pastoral, youth work, or student support role within an educational or care setting.

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.

• A calm, empathetic, and consistent approach to student wellbeing and behaviour management.

• An understanding of safeguarding procedures and a commitment to supporting vulnerable learners.

• A DBS registered on the Update Service (or willingness to apply through Teaching Personnel).

What We Offer:

• Competitive weekly pay through PAYE – no hidden fees.

• Full support from a dedicated consultant.

• Access to free CPD and training through Teaching Personnel’s CPD Academy.

• A rewarding opportunity to make a real impact in young people’s lives.

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details.
All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.
We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided.
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