Pastoral Administrator

Teaching Vacancies; Market Rasen; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

De Aston School in Market Rasen is seeking a Pastoral Administrator to provide essential administrative support in a busy school environment, contributing to attendance and pastoral systems and the wellbeing and success of students. You will work with young people, families and colleagues to make a real difference, while upholding safeguarding standards and collaborating with a dedicated pastoral team.

The role is on-site, requiring GCSEs, strong ICT and data skills, and the ability to stay calm

Qualifications

• GCSE English and Maths at Grade 4/C or above.
• Excellent administrative and data management skills.
• Strong ICT skills and confidence with digital systems.
• Excellent written and verbal communication.
• Ability to prioritise workloads and manage competing demands.
• Experience in an office or school environment.
• Able to work independently and as part of a team.
• Professional, approachable and confidential manner.
• Resilience and flexibility; stay calm under pressure.
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting welfare of young people.

Responsibilities

• Provide outstanding administrative support within a busy school environment.
• Support attendance and pastoral systems.
• Work with young people, families and colleagues to make a real difference.

Skills

GCSE English

GCSE Maths

Administrative skills

Organisational skills

Data management

ICT skills

Written & verbal communication

Prioritisation

Office/school experience

Teamwork

Confidentiality

Resilience

Safeguarding

Education

GCSE English & Maths (4/C+)

Tools

Bromcom

Job description

What skills and experience we're looking for

We are seeking a professional, organised and approachable Pastoral Administrator who can provide outstanding administrative support within a busy school environment and contribute positively to the wellbeing and success of our students. This role supports the school's attendance and pastoral systems and is ideal for someone who enjoys working with young people, families and colleagues to make a real difference.

The successful candidate will have:

• GCSE English and Mathematics at Grade 4/C or above.
• Excellent administrative, organisational and data management skills.
• Strong ICT skills and confidence using digital systems and databases.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• The ability to prioritise workloads and manage competing demands effectively.
• Experience working within an office or school environment.
• The ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a team.
• A professional, approachable and confidential manner.
• Resilience, flexibility and the ability to remain calm under pressure.
• A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people.

Desirable experience includes knowledge of Bromcom and previous experience supporting attendance or pastoral processes within a school setting.

What the school offers its staff

At De Aston School, pastoral care is at the heart of everything we do. We believe students achieve their best when they feel safe, supported and valued, and our pastoral team plays a key role in ensuring every young person has the opportunity to thrive.

We offer:

• A welcoming and inclusive school community.
• A supportive, dedicated and collaborative staff team.
• Excellent professional development opportunities.
• A strong commitment to staff wellbeing and work-life balance.
• The opportunity to work alongside an experienced pastoral team, including Heads of Year, Attendance Support Officers, Pastoral and Behaviour Support Officers, the Education Welfare Officer and senior leaders.
• The chance to make a genuine difference to the lives of young people and their families.

As an ambitious and inclusive 11–18 school, we are proud of our achievements and our commitment to providing exceptional opportunities for students and staff alike. Situated on the edge of the beautiful Lincolnshire Wolds, Market Rasen offers an excellent quality of life whilst remaining within easy reach of Lincoln.

Commitment to safeguarding

De Aston School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All posts will be subject to an enhanced DBS disclosure, medical and reference checks. All pre-employment checks are in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education.