Pastoral Support Officer Secondary School in Manchester ASAP Start

A welcoming secondary school in Manchester is seeking a compassionate and resilient Pastoral Support Officer to join its student services team as soon as possible. This role is dedicated to supporting the social emotional and behavioural wellbeing of students ensuring they are ready to learn and thrive.

Key Responsibilities

• Providing targeted pastoral support to individual students and small groups

• Managing the schools Internal Exclusion or Reflection Room to maintain positive behaviour

• Liaising with parents carers and external agencies to support student welfare

• Monitoring student behaviour patterns and implementing effective intervention strategies

• Supporting the transition process for vulnerable students and those with high needs

• Contributing to the schools safeguarding procedures as a Deputy DSL where required

• Working closely with Heads of Year to promote a culture of respect and high aspirations

The Ideal Candidate Will Have

• Previous experience working with young people in a pastoral youth work or school setting

• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build rapport with challenging students

• A calm and resilient approach to managing difficult behaviour and emotional situations

• Excellent communication skills and the ability to liaise with diverse stakeholders

• A non-judgmental empathetic and professional demeanour

• A commitment to inclusive education and student success

School Information This school in Manchester is known for its community-focused ethos and supportive leadership. The pastoral team is at the heart of the school and the successful candidate will join a group of dedicated professionals committed to making a difference.

Salary Competitive pro-rata salary

Application To apply for this Pastoral Support Officer position in Manchester please submit your CV. This is an ASAP start and we are looking to interview immediately.