Pastoral Assistant and Behaviour Officer - Maternity Cover

Arthur Mellows Village College; Etton; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Arthur Mellows Village College in Glinton, near Peterborough, seeks a dedicated Pastoral Assistant and Behaviour Officer to cover maternity leave from September 2026. This is a term-time role (plus 5 training days) running 35 hours per week, 8.00 am to 4.00 pm with an unpaid lunch break, to support student welfare and behaviour across the campus.

You will work as part of the Pastoral Team, responding to emotional and behavioural issues, liaising with parents, tracking attendance, supporting

Qualifications

• Commitment to safeguarding and student welfare.
• Ability to respond calmly to behavioural and emotional issues.
• Strong teamwork with pastoral and teaching staff.

Responsibilities

• Support all aspects of student welfare within the College.
• Play a leading role as Behaviour Officer within the Behaviour Hub.
• Liaise with parents, track and monitor attendance, support Heads of Year.

Job description

MATERNITY COVER

PASTORAL ASSISTANT AND BEHAVIOUR OFFICER

Required for September 2026

Term Time plus 5 Training Days

35 hours per week - 8.00 am - 4.00 pm

One hour unpaid lunch break

Grade 6 Point 7

Actual Salary £21,386

Arthur Mellows is located in the village of Glinton on the outskirts of Peterborough. The school is very successful, oversubscribed and supported by a talented and hard-working staff. Students are well behaved and committed learners. Behaviour is excellent and students are keen to learn.

We are looking to appoint a committed and enthusiastic individual to join our effective Pastoral Team to cover a maternity leave. This is a temporary role and will end of the return of the postholder. The role supports all aspects of student welfare within the College. The successful candidate will also play a leading role as a Behaviour Officer, supporting and developing provision within our Behaviour Hub. As well as being a recognisable, supportive figure for the whole student body you will respond to emotional and behavioural issues, liaise with parents, track and monitor attendance and support Heads of Year. Part of the role involves carrying out duties during school lunch breaks, these lunchtime duties can be claimed for.

The qualities of perseverance, understanding, adaptability and resolve are essential for this demanding yet highly rewarding post. This is a physical and active post. Staff are friendly and supportive and committed to ensuring all students achieve their potential.

Closing date for applications is 9.00 am on Monday 28 September 2026.

We reserve the right to close the vacancy early should we receive a high number of applications. If you have previously applied for this role in the past 6 months, please do not reapply.

The Four Cs MAT is committed to safeguarding and protecting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All appointments involve regulated activity and are subject to an enhanced DBS disclosure, Barred Check List and two successful references. Online searches are carried out on all shortlisted candidates.