Pastoral Assistant (UAE National)

International Schools Partnership Limited; Abu Dhabi; Presencial; AED 60.000 - 120.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

International Schools Partnership Limited is seeking a dedicated Pastoral Assistant in Abu Dhabi to provide daily pastoral support, guidance, and emotional support to students. You will build strong relationships, assist with student transitions, monitor attendance, and collaborate with teachers and counselors to promote a safe, inclusive school environment.

The role emphasizes mentorship, safeguarding awareness, and helping students achieve academic and personal growth within ISP's supportive

Formación

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• A degree or diploma in Education, Social Work, Psychology, or a related field is highly preferred.
• Previous experience working with young people in an educational or pastoral setting is preferred.

Responsabilidades

• Provide day-to-day pastoral support to students and offer guidance and emotional support.
• Build positive relationships with students and help them navigate academic, social, and personal challenges.
• Refer students to counselors or external agencies when necessary.
• Monitor and support attendance and punctuality, following up on unexplained absences.
• Assist with the transition of students between year groups or into the school.
• Promote positive behavior and support conflict-resolution developments.
• Be a mentor to students and support goal setting and personal development.
• Coordinate small group mentoring sessions or peer-support programs.

Conocimientos

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

IT proficiency

Educación

High school diploma or equivalent

Bachelor's degree or diploma in Education, Social Work, Psychology or related field

Experience with young people in educational/pastoral settings

Descripción del empleo

Job Description

Pastoral Assistant - Key Responsibilities

Student Well-Being & Support

• Provide day-to-day pastoral support to students, offering guidance and emotional support as needed.

• Build positive relationships with students, helping them navigate academic, social, and personal challenges.

• Support students during difficult situations, including mental health concerns, bullying incidents, or family-related issues.

• Refer students to the appropriate professionals, such as counselors or external agencies, when necessary.

• Monitor and support students’ attendance and punctuality, following up on unexplained absences and offering support as needed.

• Assist with the transition of students between year groups or into the school.

Behavior and Conduct

• Work with students to promote positive behavior, ensuring adherence to the school’s code of conduct and disciplinary policies.

• Support students in developing positive social skills and conflict-resolution techniques.

• Assist teachers in managing student behavior, supporting the implementation of behavior management plans when necessary.

• Help create and maintain a positive school culture, supporting inclusivity, respect, and responsibility.

Mentorship & Guidance

• Act as a mentor to students, providing a listening ear and offering advice or guidance on personal development, friendships, and school life.

• Assist with academic and personal goal setting, helping students build resilience, motivation, and self-esteem.

• Coordinate or support small group mentoring sessions or peer-support programs for students.

• Promote student leadership and personal development opportunities, such as through student councils or other extracurricular activities.

Liaison and Communication

• Communicate regularly with parents, guardians, and families regarding students’ well-being, behavior, and academic progress.

• Work closely with teaching staff, counselors, and other pastoral staff to provide holistic support to students.

• Support school communication, including newsletters, letters to parents, or updates on pastoral care initiatives.

Pastoral Programs and Events

• Assist in the planning and implementation of pastoral programs, events, and workshops that support students’ emotional, social, and academic growth.

• Organize and support extracurricular activities that promote student engagement, including clubs, team-building events, or awareness campaigns (e.g., mental health days, anti-bullying programs).

• Contribute to the delivery of assemblies, workshops, and pastoral curriculum lessons on topics such as mental health, wellbeing, relationships, and citizenship.

Student Safeguarding

• Be vigilant for signs of safeguarding issues and follow the school’s safeguarding policies to protect students from harm.

• Report any concerns about a student’s welfare to the Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL) in a timely and appropriate manner.

• Attend safeguarding and child protection training to stay current on relevant protocols and procedures.

Administrative Support

• Maintain accurate records of pastoral support and interventions, documenting concerns, meetings, and outcomes.

• Assist with the preparation of reports on students’ progress, welfare, and behavior for pastoral meetings, parent-teacher conferences, and other school-related purposes.

• Help manage student records, ensuring they are up-to-date and confidential.

Skills, Qualifications and Experience

Qualifications

• A minimum of a high school diploma (or equivalent) is required.

• A degree or diploma in Education, Social Work, Psychology, or a related field is highly preferred.

• Previous experience working with young people in an educational or pastoral setting is preferred.

Skills

• The ability to develop good personal relationships within a team.

• An effective and experienced communicator (written and verbal) to a variety of audiences.

• High level of IT competency.

ISP Principles

Begin with our children and students

Our children and students are at the heart of what we do. Wellbeing and safety are both essential for learners and learning. Therefore, we are consistent in identifying potential safeguarding and Health & Safety issues and acting and following up on all concerns appropriately.

Treat everyone with care and respect

We look after one another, embrace similarities and differences and promote the well‑being of self and others.

Operate effectively.

We focus relentlessly on the things that are most important and will make the most difference. We apply school policies and procedures and embody the shared ideas of our community.

Are financially responsible.

We make financial choices carefully based on the needs of the children, students and our schools.

Learn continuously.

Getting better is what drives us. We positively engage with personal and professional development and school improvement.

ISP Commitment to Safeguarding Principles

ISP is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All post holders are subject to appropriate vetting procedures, including an online due diligence search, references and satisfactory Criminal Background Checks or equivalent covering the previous 10 years’ employment history.

ISP Commitment to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging

ISP is committed to strengthening our inclusive culture by identifying, hiring, developing, and retaining high‑performing teammates regardless of gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation and gender expression, age, disability status, neurodivergence, socio‑economic background or other demographic characteristics. Candidates who share our vision and principles and are interested in contributing to the success of ISP through this role are strongly encouraged to apply.