Pastoral Care Officer

GUARDIAN SELECTION LIMITED; Tees Valley; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading education provider is seeking a Pastoral Care Officer to support learners with social and emotional needs. The role involves developing professional relationships, providing pastoral support, and supervising during breaks. Ideal candidates will have experience in pastoral settings and strong behaviour management skills. Competitive pay of £150 per day is offered, along with flexible working opportunities and consultant support.

Benefits

Competitive daily rate

Flexible working opportunities

Dedicated consultant support

Qualifications

• Experience in a pastoral setting is crucial.
• Must demonstrate effective behaviour management skills.
• Strong communication and understanding of child safeguarding are required.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain relationships with learners.
• Support pupils with SEMH needs and challenging behaviours.
• Provide daily pastoral support.
• Supervise learners during breaktimes and lunchtimes.

Skills

Previous experience working in a pastoral setting

Ability to manage challenging behaviour

Strong communication skills

De-escalation skills

Understanding of safeguarding procedures

Job description

Pastoral Care Officer

Location: Middlesbrough

Salary: £150 per day

Start Date: Immediate

Contract Type: Full‑Time

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain positive, professional relationships with learners
• Support pupils presenting with SEMH needs and challenging behaviours
• Promote safeguarding, welfare, and emotional wellbeing at all times
• Provide daily pastoral support addressing social, emotional, and physical needs
• Supervise learners during breaktimes and lunchtimes
• Act as part of an on‑call pastoral support network throughout the school day
• Liaise with teaching staff, pastoral teams, parents/carers, and multi‑agency professionals
• Provide classroom cover when required
• Support learner transitions, independence training, and reintegration
• Implement first‑day response strategies to promote positive attendance
• Maintain a safe, secure, and inclusive school environment

Requirements

• Previous experience working in a pastoral setting
• Proven ability to manage challenging behaviour effectively
• Strong communication and de‑escalation skills
• Good understanding of safeguarding and child protection procedures
• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to apply)
• Right to work in the UK

Why Join GSL Education?

• Competitive daily rate of £150
• Flexible working opportunities
• Dedicated consultant support

How to Apply

Please submit your CV or contact GSL Education Newcastle for further details.

GSL Education are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All appointments are subject to appropriate background checks.