Pastoral Support Officer – Birkenhead | Permanent

Company: Marchant Recruitment
Apply for the Pastoral Support Officer – Birkenhead | Permanent
Location: Wirral
Job Description:

  • Location: Birkenhead, Wirral

  • Start: ASAP

  • Contract: Permanent

  • Hours: Monday–Friday, 08:00–16:00 (35 hours per week, plus unpaid lunch break)

  • Salary: £28,000–£32,000 per annum (indicative)

  • Working pattern: Term time plus additional weeks

  • Benefits: Local Government Pension Scheme, annual leave entitlement, staff development and wellbeing support

A school in Birkenhead is seeking a compassionate and confident Pastoral Support Officer to support pupils with their welfare, behaviour and day-to-day school experience.

This is a rewarding role for someone who enjoys working with young people, building positive relationships and helping pupils overcome barriers that may affect their learning or wellbeing.

Key Responsibilities

  • Provide day-to-day pastoral support to pupils.

  • Support students experiencing behavioural, emotional or social difficulties.

  • Work closely with Heads of Year, teaching staff and the safeguarding team.

  • Communicate with parents and carers where appropriate.

  • Support targeted interventions and monitor pupil progress.

  • Identify concerns and elevate safeguarding matters through the correct procedures.

What We’re Looking For

  • Previous experience in a school-based pastoral or student support role.

  • Strong communication and relationship-building skills.

  • Confidence supporting young people with challenging circumstances.

  • A calm, approachable and resilient manner.

  • An understanding of safeguarding and confidentiality.

Experience working with secondary-age pupils would be particularly useful.

If you’re passionate about supporting young people and helping them get the most out of school, this could be a great opportunity.

If you are shortlisted, you will be contacted within 48 hours. All interviews are subject to satisfactory safeguarding checks, including an enhanced DBS check.

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Posted: November 4th, 2026