Pastoral Support Officer (Sixth Form)

Immediate start, Term-Time Only (+2 weeks),

Job Share, 15 hours per week (2 days a week)

NYC Grade F (£9,296 – £9,945 Actual salary)

We are seeking applications for a proactive, confident and personable Pastoral Support Officer who is committed to the wellbeing of pupils and has strong communicational skills. You will be joining a highly supportive team within the school’s Sixth Form.

King James’s School is a large 11-18 comprehensive school proud to offer a diverse and rich curriculum and is committed to high quality professional development and career opportunities for all staff. We run a School Direct secondary programme to train the next generation of teachers. 

The Pastoral Support Officer plays an integral role within our successful student support team.  The post holder’s main areas of responsibility would be the care, guidance and pastoral support of students, alongside ensuring excellent levels of behaviour and attendance.  With a growing demand for well-being support in education the Pastoral Support Officer is on the front-line of providing this support.

The Pastoral Support Officers are also the first point of contact for students, parents, staff and external agencies in relation to the students in their care. King James’s School has designated pastoral support in each year group, however the Sixth Form is the only key stage with a dedicated Pastoral Support Officer, reflecting the needs of our students.

You will be joining a highly community orientated, inspirational and ambitious school. We are seeking an outstanding candidate to support our educational aims who has the vision, drive and interpersonal skills to motivate our students. You will benefit from strong leadership, effective support by colleagues and being part of an ethos that achieves the best possible outcomes for our students.

As a job share position, you will need to build an excellent working relationship with your colleague to ensure seamless support for the students in your care. The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and expects all members of staff to share this commitment.  Enhanced DBS disclosure is required for this post.

To Apply:

Please download an Application Form from the ‘Vacancies’ section of our school website. Completed applications must be submitted via email to recruitment@king-james.co.uk and received by 8.00am, Wednesday 2^nd October 2024