Student Wellbeing & Mentorship Lead

Tanqeeb; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 48,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Tanqeeb is seeking a Pastoral Assistant to support students’ wellbeing at our Abu Dhabi campus. You will provide guidance, build relationships, and help students navigate academic and personal challenges within a supportive school environment.

You will collaborate with teachers, counselors, and families, assist with safeguarding, plan pastoral activities, monitor attendance, and contribute to a positive, inclusive school culture in line with ISP principles.

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.

Responsibilities

• Provide day-to-day pastoral support to students, offering guidance and emotional support.
• 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.
• 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.
• 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.
• Contribute to the delivery of assemblies, workshops, and pastoral curriculum lessons on topics such as mental health, wellbeing, relationships, and citizenship.
• 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.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication

IT competency

Education

High school diploma

Degree in Education or related field

Job description

Tanqeeb is seeking a Pastoral Assistant to support students’ wellbeing at our Abu Dhabi campus. You will provide guidance, build relationships, and help students navigate academic and personal challenges within a supportive school environment.

You will collaborate with teachers, counselors, and families, assist with safeguarding, plan pastoral activities, monitor attendance, and contribute to a positive, inclusive school culture in line with ISP principles.