Pastoral Assistant

Outcomes First Group; Cannock Chase; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An educational organization in the UK is seeking a dedicated Pastoral Assistant to support pupils facing challenges. You will work closely with the Head of Behaviour and Welfare to promote positive behaviour and inclusivity. Responsibilities include assisting pupils in crisis, collaborating with staff, and implementing effective support strategies. The role requires strong communication and organisational skills. The school offers a supportive environment that prioritizes wellbeing, including a 4-Day Working Week trial for better work/life balance.

Benefits

Life Assurance

Pension scheme

"Your Wellbeing Matters" support

Health benefits

Discount options

Cycle to Work Schemes

Electric Car Purchase Scheme

Family Growth Support

Qualifications

• Experience working in a challenging educational environment.
• Proven ability to support pupils with social, emotional, and behavioural needs.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Full UK Driving Licence is required.

Responsibilities

• Promote a supportive and inclusive environment for pupils.
• Support staff with pupil engagement and behaviour management.
• Provide direct support to pupils in crisis.
• Assist in developing individual education and behaviour programmes.

Skills

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Team collaboration

Behavioural support

Independence

Job description

This is a highly rewarding opportunity for someone passionate about emotional wellbeing, behaviour support, and inclusion. Working closely with the Head of Behaviour and Welfare, you will help ensure consistent pastoral strategies are in place, providing both immediate and longer‑term support that enables pupils to thrive throughout the school day. As a Pastoral Assistant, you will be at the heart of school life, supporting pupils during moments of challenge and success alike. Your work will help remove barriers to learning, promote positive behaviour, and ensure pupils feel understood, safe, and supported.

Responsibilities

• Promote a supportive, inclusive, and respectful environment for all pupils
• Support staff in implementing effective approaches that keep pupils engaged in learning
• Provide direct, hands‑on support to pupils in crisis or requiring additional care
• Assist in the development and delivery of individual education and behaviour programmes
• Support classroom teachers with behaviour management, supervision, and pupil care
• Maintain strict confidentiality and demonstrate professionalism at all times
• Support the deployment, supervision, and guidance of Pastoral Intervention Assistants alongside senior leaders
• Work with the Senior Leadership Team to ensure staffing meets the needs of pupils
• Act as an accessible point of contact for teaching staff and pastoral colleagues
• Help establish clear systems for delegation and shared responsibility within the pastoral team
• Provide consistent guidance, support, and direction to Pastoral Intervention Assistants
• Contribute to structured supervision and performance management processes that promote best practice

Qualifications

• Experience of working in a challenging or complex educational environment
• Proven ability to support pupils with social, emotional and behavioural needs
• Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within a team
• Strong communication, organisation and relationship‑building skills
• Full UK Driving Licence

At Outcomes First Group, we believe in better work/life balance – and we're putting wellbeing first.

We’re proud to be part of a 4‑Day Working Week (4DWW) trial, where you can work one day less each week (or equivalent hours) while still receiving your full time pay. Many of our schools already have 4DWW in place, and others are preparing to roll it out as soon as they reach full staffing.

Longdon Hall School is an independent specialist day school for boys and girls aged from 7 to 18, catering for pupils with a wide range of social, emotional, and mental health needs. Our dedicated team works together to ensure successful outcomes for pupils who often arrive at the school with a troubled view of education and life. This opportunity is in Lichfield, which is within commutable distance of Cannock, Burton upon Trent and surrounding areas. We are part of Acorn Education and can offer plenty of challenges along with a wide range of opportunities to develop your career.

Acorn Education is the UK’s leading provider of specialist education for children and young people with special educational needs. As part of Outcomes First Group, we are leading our sector in creating and delivering innovative approaches that achieve measurable outcomes for those in our care.

All stages of the compliance process are subject to necessary safeguarding checks and compliance with statutory requirements, which may affect timescales. All applicants will be subject to social media checks and successful applicants to a fully enhanced DBS.

Your health and wellbeing are important to us, so you’ll get an exceptional reward package including:

• Life Assurance
• Pension scheme with options to increase your contributions
• "Your Wellbeing Matters" – access to a wide range of first‑class mental health support services and physical health checks
• A wide range of health, wellbeing, and insurance benefits through the Flexible Benefits Platform
• 100’s of discount options valid in the UK and abroad
• Cycle to Work Schemes
• Electric Car Purchase Scheme
• Critical illness cover
• Family Growth Support – inclusive benefits package covering enhanced maternity and paternity leave, along with paid fertility treatment support