Assistant Pastoral Support Manager (APSM) - Chichester High School

West Sussex County Council; Chichester; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A local educational institution in Chichester is seeking a Pastoral Support Worker to join their caring team. The role involves supporting student wellbeing, working closely with teachers and parents, and managing safeguarding concerns. Ideal candidates will have experience with young people and excellent communication skills. This is a permanent position with a salary of £27,254 FTE.

Qualifications

• Experience of working with young people is an advantage.
• Knowledge of restorative justice and safeguarding procedures would be ideal.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Support Heads of Year with student wellbeing and behaviour.
• Help run restorative and inclusion rooms.
• Liaise with teachers, parents, and support agencies.

Skills

Experience with young people

Understanding of restorative justice

Knowledge of safeguarding procedures

Interpersonal and communication skills

Job description

Overview

As part of the pastoral team responsible for the welfare of our pupils, you will liaise with tutors, teachers, parents and support agencies to support pupil wellbeing and behaviour and to address safeguarding and wellbeing concerns.

Responsibilities

• Support Heads of Year with student wellbeing and behaviour
• Support KS3 and KS4 Pastoral Support Manager with safeguarding and wellbeing concerns
• Help run restorative and inclusion rooms
• Liaise with tutors, teachers, parents and support agencies to promote pupil welfare
• Work with students across year groups, including those most vulnerable and in need of support

Qualifications / Experience

• Experience of working with young people, restorative justice and safeguarding procedures would be an advantage

Further Information

Chichester High School and West Sussex County Council are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment. All successful candidates will be subject to an appropriate Disclosure and Barring Service check along with other relevant employment checks, including satisfactory references.

How to Apply

To apply for this role please download the job description and complete the application form via the TKAT website. Please complete the application form and outline your motivations for applying and explaining the skills and experience you can bring to the role (please refer to the key skills in the job description). Once complete please submit your electronic form via the TKAT website. Should you have any questions regarding the role, or the application, please feel free to email us or contact us on.

Note to candidates - Please do not select the "Apply online" button as the School processes your applications directly rather than through this site. The reference number for this role is SCHO00969.

Job Details

• Salary: Grade 6, Pt 9 (£27,254 FTE, £23,401 actual)
• Contract Type: Permanent
• Working Pattern: Monday to Friday
• Location: Chichester High School, Kingsham Road, Chichester
• Interviews: w/c 6th October 2025

What You Need to Succeed

We are seeking someone to join our hard working, highly caring and child centred pastoral support team. We are looking for someone who is well organised, has excellent interpersonal and communication skills.