Pastoral Support Officer Jobs in United Kingdom

Pastoral Support Officer – Outstanding Secondary School – Milton Keynes Start Date: As soon as possible Contract: Full-time, Permanent Salary: Paid to scale School Information This Outstanding 11–18 secondary school in Milton Keynes is widely recognised for its highly effective pastoral systems, exceptional pupil behaviour, and strong community values. The school is large, oversubscribed, and set within a modern campus with excellent facilities, including a dedicated Pastoral Support Centre, mentoring rooms, and multi-agency meeting spaces. The school prides itself on its proactive approach to supporting students’ emotional, social, behavioural, and academic welfare. Each year group has a well-resourced pastoral team, and the school works closely with external agencies, mental health services, family support workers, and attendance teams. The environment is nurturing, calm, and built on mutual respect, with safeguarding and pupil wellbeing at the core of its values. Staff benefit from extensive CPD in behaviour management, restorative practice, trauma-informed approaches, and safeguarding procedures. Leadership is highly supportive and places strong emphasis on staff wellbeing and professional development. Role Information The school is seeking a committed and empathetic Pastoral Support Officer to join their well-established pastoral team. The role focuses on supporting students who may be experiencing socio-emotional challenges, behavioural difficulties, or barriers to learning. Key responsibilities include: • Providing daily support for students struggling with behaviour, attendance, wellbeing, or engagement • Delivering 1:1 interventions, check-ins, and restorative conversations • Supporting behaviour management strategies and monitoring behaviour logs • Responding to behaviour incidents and supporting students in reintegration meetings • Liaising with parents/carers regarding concerns, intervention plans, or support strategies • Working closely with Heads of Year, safeguarding leads, SENCO, and teachers • Running small-group sessions on resilience, behaviour, self-esteem, or conflict resolution • Supporting attendance improvement plans and punctuality monitoring • Maintaining detailed pastoral records and ensuring confidentiality • Supporting whole-school behaviour and wellbeing initiatives This role requires warmth, patience, professionalism, and the ability to build strong relationships with students across all year groups. Requirements • Experience working in a pastoral, behaviour, youth work, or school support role • Strong understanding of safeguarding and behaviour management principles • Excellent communication, resilience, and emotional intelligence • Ability to de-escalate situations calmly and professionally • Experience working with parents, external agencies, and multi-agency teams • Strong organisational skills and accurate record-keeping abilities • A genuine commitment to improving the lives and outcomes of young people Application To apply, please send your CV as soon as possible.

Location: Outstanding Secondary School, Manchester Start Date: As soon as possible Contract: Full-time, Permanent Salary: Paid to scale School Information This Outstanding 11–18 secondary school in Manchester is widely recognised for its exceptional pastoral provision, high expectations, and consistent academic success. The school serves a diverse and vibrant community and is known for its culture of respect, inclusion, and strong relationships between students and staff. The environment is cal…

Pastoral Support Officer – Good Secondary School – Wandsworth, South West London Start Date: As soon as possible Contract: Full-time, Permanent Salary: Paid to scale School Information: This 11–18 Good secondary school in Wandsworth is a dynamic and student-centred environment with a strong reputation for pastoral care, behaviour support and inclusion. The school is known for its high expectations, supportive leadership and ongoing investment in pastoral structures. Students come from a wide ra…

Pastoral Support Officer – Good Secondary School – Sheffield Start Date: As soon as possible Contract: Full-time, Permanent Salary: Paid to scale School information This is an 11–18 Good Ofsted-rated secondary school located in Sheffield , known for its strong pastoral care, supportive environment and commitment to student wellbeing. The school prides itself on maintaining high expectations for behaviour, attendance and academic achievement while ensuring that students feel supported and valued…

Pastoral Support Officer – Outstanding Secondary School – Reading Start Date: As soon as possible Contract: Full-time, Permanent Salary: Paid to scale School Information This Outstanding Ofsted-rated 11–18 secondary school in Reading is known for its exceptional pastoral care, strong academic outcomes, and positive school culture. The school places student wellbeing at the core of its mission and has a deeply embedded pastoral model that supports emotional, behavioural, and social development. …

Pastoral Support Officer – Good Secondary School – Hounslow Start Date: As soon as possible Contract: Full-time, Permanent Salary: Paid to scale School Information This Good Ofsted-rated 11–18 secondary school in Hounslow is widely respected for its compassionate pastoral systems, strong safeguarding culture, and commitment to supporting the emotional wellbeing of every student. The school serves a vibrant and diverse community and places great importance on ensuring pupils feel safe, listened to, and supported. The pastoral structure is well-established, with Heads of Year, safeguarding leads, counsellors, and specialist mentors working collaboratively. The Pastoral Support Team benefits from strong leadership, ongoing training, and access to a dedicated wellbeing hub that includes quiet rooms, counselling spaces, and intervention areas. Role Information The Pastoral Support Officer will work daily with students who require behavioural, emotional, or social support. Duties include: • Conducting 1:1 pastoral check-ins • Supporting behaviour interventions and restorative conversations • Liaising with parents, carers, and external services • Monitoring attendance and punctuality concerns • Keeping detailed records on safeguarding systems • Providing crisis support when needed • Delivering small-group wellbeing sessions • Supporting reintegration plans and pastoral behaviour programmes This role requires calmness, excellent communication skills, emotional resilience, and the ability to build trust with young people while maintaining professional boundaries. Requirements • Experience in pastoral, youth work, behaviour support, or safeguarding • Strong understanding of child protection and wellbeing • Ability to support students with empathy and consistency • Excellent communication and organisational skills • Confidence to work with challenging situations • Ability to work collaboratively with pastoral and academic staff Application To apply, please send your CV as soon as possible.

Pastoral Support Officer – Independent Secondary School – Bath Start Date: As soon as possible Contract: Full-time, Permanent Salary: Paid to scale School Information This respected independent 11–18 secondary school in Bath is known for its high academic standards, personalised pastoral care, and strong community ethos. The school combines traditional values with modern educational practice and maintains small class sizes to ensure individual support. Students demonstrate excellent behaviour a…

Are you committed to making a real difference in the lives of young people? The Manchester College is seeking a dedicated Senior Pastoral Support Officer to lead on providing outstanding pastoral care across our student community. In this vital role, you'll support student wellbeing, remove barriers to learning, and help create a safe, inclusive, and nurturing environment. You'll work closely with curriculum teams, safeguarding leads, and external agencies to ensure every learner is supported to succeed. Your leadership and compassion will empower students to overcome challenges and reach their full potential. Join a team that puts student welfare at the heart of everything it does. Be the difference that helps shape brighter futures. We have an exciting opportunity at our City Campus Manchester to join our Student Experience and Support Department as a Senior Pastoral Support Officer on a permanent, full-time (35 hours per week) basis. Site Information Our City Centre campus is a flagship site in the heart of Manchester, offering cutting-edge facilities and a buzzing, creative atmosphere. Home to our Centre of Excellence for Creative and Digital Industries, it provides an inspiring setting for both staff and learners, with specialist studios, workshops, and collaborative spaces. With its central location and strong industry links, the campus is a hub for innovation, talent development, and real-world learning. Who are TMC? The Manchester College is the Largest Further Education College in the United Kingdom and has the largest provisions for 16-19yrs olds, adults, and higher education in Greater Manchester. We are part of the LTE group that consist of MOL, Total People, UCEN Manchester, Novus, and LTE Group Operations. We currently support more than 25% of Greater Manchester's learning provision and are currently rated "Good" by Ofsted. The Manchester Colleges offering is bolstered by 18 Centres of Excellence across our campuses, ensuring we give our best and strive to achieve an unrivalled learning experience for our students. We have partnerships with over 1000 industry and employer partners nationally to ensure our students secure their place as the leaders of the future. Proudly, The Manchester College is also 1 of only 57 organisations nationally recognised with the Princess Royal Training Award 2025, demonstrating our commitment to investing in our people and their development. Benefits • 35 days paid annual leave plus 8 bank holidays. • 3 well-being days per year. • Significant pension contribution. • Retail discounts. • Employee Assistance Program. • Cycle to work scheme. Please visit our website for a full overview of general Role Responsibilities, Skills, Qualifications and Experience. Safeguarding The LTE Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All applicants will be required to undergo an appropriate DBS check via the Criminal Records Bureau and may be subject to additional online checks as part of our pre-screening process. Some roles are exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and would require an Enhanced DBS check. Equal Opportunities Statement At The Manchester College, we're committed to providing an environment free from discrimination, bullying, harassment, or victimisation, where all members of our community are treated with respect and dignity. The Manchester College is committed to working in an inclusive way with all the communities where we are geographically located and to developing a workforce and student community that reflects Greater Manchester's and the UK's rich diversity and vibrancy. The closing date for this job advert is 29/07/2026. However, sometimes the job advert may close early if we receive a good response!

The Opportunity Birmingham is one of the youngest and most diverse cities in Europe, providing a vibrant and rewarding environment for pastoral care. We are seeking a dedicated and empathetic Pastoral Support Officer to join our primary school community. In this vital role, you will be a champion for our pupils' emotional well-being, acting as a bridge between the classroom, the home, and external support agencies to ensure every child feels safe, heard, and ready to learn. The Role & Departmen…