Pastoral Support Officer

Pastoral Support Officer
Location: Skelmersdale
Contract: Full-time | Temporary to Permanent

We are seeking a confident and resilient Pastoral Support Officer to join a specialist secondary education setting in Skelmersdale on a temporary-to-permanent basis.

This role is well suited to individuals with a strong background in pastoral care, behaviour support, or youth intervention, particularly those with experience from the police, armed forces, or similar uniformed services.

You will play a key role in supporting pupils with social, emotional, and behavioural needs, helping them to engage positively with education and develop the skills needed to succeed both in and out of the classroom.

The Role:

• Providing pastoral and behavioural support to secondary-aged pupils

• Supporting students during periods of dysregulation and implementing de-escalation strategies

• Acting as a positive role model and trusted adult

• Working closely with teaching staff, SEN teams, and external agencies

• Supporting attendance, engagement, and emotional wellbeing

• Contributing to a calm, structured, and safe school environment

About the School:

• A specialist secondary provision supporting pupils with additional needs

• Strong focus on behaviour regulation, structure, and routine

• Small class sizes and high levels of staff support

• Supportive leadership team committed to staff development and pupil outcomes

The Ideal Candidate:

• Experience working with young people with SEMH or behavioural needs

• Ex-police, ex-forces, or similar backgrounds are highly desirable

• Calm, consistent, and confident approach to behaviour management

• Strong communication and relationship-building skills

• Ability to remain composed in challenging situations

• Experience in education, youth work, or alternative provision is advantageous

What’s On Offer:

• Temporary-to-permanent opportunity for the right candidate

• A rewarding role with clear impact on pupils’ lives

• Ongoing training and professional support

• Opportunity to build a long-term career within specialist education

If you are passionate about supporting young people and bringing structure, consistency, and positive influence into their daily lives, we encourage you to apply.

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.
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