Student Pastoral Assistant

Do you enjoy working closely with young people supporting their progress and celebrating their success

We are looking for a Student Pastoral Assistant to join us on a part time basis for up to 27.5 hours per week with the option to be flexible for the right candidate.

We are seeking a Student Pastoral Assistant to join the Student Services Team at our state-of-the-art academy in Deal. The successful candidate will promote high standards of behaviour and learning in accordance with the Academy Behaviour and Leaning Policy and will provide a visible presence across the Academy during lessons and unstructured times.

As Student Pastoral Assistant you will support students by helping to address any pastoral or behavioural needs of students who require assistance in overcoming barriers to learning in order to achieve their full potential. The successful candidate will work with students parents staff and other agencies to bring about improved behaviour and attendance at school.

OurStudent Pastoral Assistantwill;

• Have excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Undertaking First Aid training.
• Supervise detentions as required
• Provide on call support to teaching staff.
• Oversee and carry out daily uniform and equipment checks.

We would be delighted to hear from you if youre looking for a role where you can truly make a difference!

Actual working pattern can be discussed at interview but it is intended that the hours will be worked over 5 days.

At Goodwin Academy our ethos is to encourage our students to be their best self striving for brilliance in all areas of their learning. We aspire for our students to develop their academic and life skills so that they become confident well-rounded and contented individuals and are equipped and ready to be successful for the world of work and the challenges of the 21st Century.

Goodwin Academy as part of the Thinking Schools Academy Trust is committed to transforming the life chances of our students ensuring that all are supported and encouraged to achieve their personal best. We deliver this through the BEST Agenda - Be Your Best:

B Brilliance E Enrichment S Society and T Thinking.

To find out more about our school please clickhere.

Pupils know that their school is a better place in which to learn and thrive. Consequently they are now achieving well. Good Ofsted 2025

The Thinking Schools Academy Trust

The Thinking Schools Academy Trust is a family of schools across the South West South South East and East of England consisting of early years primary secondary and specialist provision.

We believe that every young person in our community deserves to have the best opportunities at life regardless of their individual circumstances. Thats why we invest in our people so that our staff are best supported to positively impact our pupils.

Learn more about our Vision and Values here

What our Trust will offer you:

• Environment: A newly built school with a stunning teaching environment and state of the art technology.
• Pension Scheme Membership:Secure your future with membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme.
• Collaborative Support:Benefit from resources mentoring and school visits across the Trust.
• Training:Expanded your skills and knowledge with opportunities for Trust-funded apprenticeships and training courses.
  
• Staff Wellbeing Focus: Access our 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme free flu vaccinations and eye care vouchers.
• Refer a Friend: Spread the word and benefit financially from our Refer a Friend Scheme.
• Blue Light Card: School staff can now access the Blue Light Card for discounts across a wide range of categories including holidays cars days out and much more!
• TSTARS Staff Recognition:You will bepart of our Staff Recognition Programme with seasonal rewards for all staff.
• Convenient Parking: Park for free in our staff car park on-site.
• TSAT Benefits Portal: a one-stop shop benefits hub that gives you access to a range of exclusive benefits including employee discounts dental cover Cycle to Work Scheme and Discounted Gym Membership.

Next Steps

If you are interested in working in our schoolbenefitting from a supportive network of staff across ourTrustwe would encourage you to apply.

Early applications areencouragedand we reserve the right to close the vacancy if a suitable candidate is found.

Visits to our schools are encouraged. To arrange a visit please contactCarrie Whiting (emailprotected).

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check. As per KCSIE we will also undertake online searches for all shortlisted candidates if you have any questionsregardingthis process please emailemailprotected