Pastoral Support Officer – Secondary School – Kingston upon Thames, London
Location: Kingston upon Thames, South West London · Start: ASAP · Full-Time, Permanent · Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience
School Information
A well-regarded Secondary School in Kingston upon Thames is looking to appoint a caring and dependable Pastoral Support Officer to assist its pastoral team. The school is committed to promoting positive behaviour, supporting student wellbeing and ensuring pupils have access to guidance when they encounter difficulties.
The Role
The Pastoral Support Officer will provide day-to-day support to students, helping staff address behavioural concerns, attendance issues and general welfare matters. Duties will include maintaining pastoral records, supporting students who need additional guidance, communicating with parents and carers and assisting Heads of Year with follow-up actions. The successful candidate will also help monitor student behaviour, promote positive relationships and ensure any safeguarding concerns are reported through the appropriate school procedures.
Requirements
Applicants should have good communication and interpersonal skills, a calm approach and an interest in supporting young people. Experience in a school, youth work, pastoral support or a similar setting would be advantageous. An understanding of safeguarding, confidentiality and behaviour management is desirable, alongside the ability to work effectively with students and colleagues.
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