Job Description

Pastoral Support Officer - Pontypridd

Location:

Pontypridd

Start date:

ASAP

Contract:

Full-time, school-based

Are you an experienced pastoral support professional looking for your next role in a school?
We are recruiting on behalf of a secondary school in Rhondda Cynon Taf who are seeking a Pastoral Support Officer to start as soon as possible.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone with strong experience in pastoral care, behaviour management, safeguarding and student wellbeing to join a supportive school environment and make a real impact.

Key Responsibilities:

Provide pastoral support to students, promoting positive behaviour, wellbeing, and academic progress. Act as a first point of contact for students with behavioural or pastoral concerns. Work with teachers, parents and external agencies to support students with safeguarding, attendance and behaviour issues. Lead and contribute to the school's pastoral care strategy. Help create a safe and supportive environment where all students can thrive.

Candidate Requirements:

Previous experience working within a school pastoral team is essential. Ability to quickly understand and manage pastoral, behavioural and academic issues. Strong interpersonal, communication and problem-solving skills. Knowledge of safeguarding and child protection procedures. Must hold an Enhanced DBS (on the update service or willing to apply). Must have the Right to Work in the UK.

Why Apply?

Competitive pay, dependent on experience. A chance to play a key role in student behaviour, wellbeing and pastoral care. Ongoing support from our specialist education recruitment team. Opportunity to make a lasting difference in a school community.
If you have the passion and experience to take on this vital Pastoral Support Officer role, apply today. Join an outstanding school in Rhondda Cynon Taf dedicated to supporting every child's wellbeing, behaviour and academic success.

Job Types: Full-time, Temp to perm

Pay: 135.00-150.00 per day

Licence/Certification:

enhanced DBS on the update service (required)
Work Location: In person