Pastoral Support Assistant

Tradewind Recruitment; Northampton; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking a Pastoral Support Assistant in Northampton for an immediate start. This full-time role offers the chance to support young people in overcoming barriers and improving their school experience. Responsibilities include providing pastoral support, building trusting relationships, and monitoring student wellbeing. The ideal candidate will have experience in educational or support roles, possess strong interpersonal skills, and be committed to safeguarding. Join a caring team in an inclusive school environment with potential for permanent employment.

Benefits

Supportive working environment

Access to high-quality CPD

Dedicated consultant

Competitive pay

Qualifications

• Experience working with young people in a school, youth work, social care or similar support setting.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Organized, proactive, and committed to safeguarding and student wellbeing.

Responsibilities

• Provide day-to-day pastoral support to students across the school.
• Build positive, trusting relationships with young people requiring emotional or behavioural support.
• Support the pastoral manager in responding to concerns.

Job description

Pastoral Support Assistant - Northampton

Full-Time Position | ASAP Start | Potential for Permanent Appointment (Via Tradewind Recruitment)

Tradewind Recruitment is proud to be partnering with a welcoming and inclusive secondary school in Northampton to recruit a Pastoral Support Assistant for an immediate start. This is a full-time role with the strong potential to become permanent for the right individual. If you are passionate about supporting young people, helping them overcome barriers, and making a real difference in their school experience, this could be the perfect opportunity for you.

The school is seeking a caring, motivated and resilient Pastoral Support Assistant who can work closely with students, staff, and families to promote positive behaviour, emotional wellbeing, and engagement in learning. You will play a key part in the pastoral team, helping to create a safe, supportive and encouraging environment where every student feels valued.

Key Responsibilities

• Providing day-to-day pastoral support to students across the school
• Building positive, trusting relationships with young people who may require emotional or behavioural support
• Supporting the pastoral manager and safeguarding leads in responding to concerns
• Monitoring attendance, punctuality, behaviour data and student wellbeing indicators
• Supervising students during non-teaching times, including break and lunch duties
• Liaising with teachers, parents/carers and external agencies where necessary
• Helping to implement behaviour strategies, restorative approaches, and targeted interventions
• Supporting students in managing conflict, developing resilience and improving engagement

Ideal Candidate

• Have experience working with young people in a school, youth work, social care or similar support setting
• Be calm, empathetic and able to remain professional in challenging situations
• Demonstrate strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Be organised, proactive and committed to safeguarding and student wellbeing
• Be able to work effectively as part of a caring and dynamic pastoral team
• Show patience, understanding and a genuine desire to help students succeed

In return, the school offers a supportive working environment, excellent facilities and a warm pastoral team that values collaboration and development. Tradewind Recruitment provides access to high-quality CPD, a dedicated consultant, and competitive pay.

If you're ready to take on a fulfilling role where your support can truly change a student's school experience, we encourage you to apply. Contact Tradewind Recruitment today to discuss this fantastic opportunity and take the next step in your career.