Pastoral Support Officer

Medical Conditions Policy inc; Bridgwater; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Cash Plan

Cycle to Work Scheme

Counselling services

Job summary

Chilton Trinity School in Bridgwater is seeking a values-driven Pastoral Support Officer to help students overcome barriers to learning, supporting behaviour, attendance, wellbeing and safeguarding, while working closely with staff, families and external agencies to enable every student to engage successfully in education.

Working alongside Heads of House, safeguarding and SEND colleagues, you will help coordinate targeted support and interventions that make a meaningful difference to students'

Qualifications

• GCSE English and Maths (Grade C/4 or above or equivalent) and experience of working with young people in an educational or pastoral setting.
• Experience supporting students with behavioural, attendance, wellbeing or safeguarding needs.
• Commitment to providing inclusive, supportive pastoral care.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate targeted support and interventions that make a meaningful difference to students' school experience and outcomes.
• Work alongside Heads of House, safeguarding, attendance and SEND colleagues to support students.

Education

GCSE English & Maths

Job description

Chilton Trinity School is seeking a values-driven Pastoral Support Officer to join our team. This role plays a key part in helping students overcome barriers to learning, supporting positive behaviour, attendance, wellbeing and safeguarding, while working closely with staff, families and external agencies to enable every student to engage successfully in education.

Working alongside Heads of House, safeguarding, attendance and SEND colleagues, you will help coordinate targeted support and interventions that make a meaningful difference to students' school experience and outcomes.

About Chilton Trinity School

Chilton Trinity is a forward-thinking secondary school in Bridgwater, Somerset. The school prides itself on its inclusive ethos, high standards of teaching and learning, and strong focus on both academic and personal development.

Chilton Trinity School is part of Futura Learning Partnership, giving colleagues the opportunity to work within their own distinctive school community while benefiting from the collaboration, shared expertise and professional connections of a wider trust.

About Futura Learning Partnership

Futura Learning Partnership is a growing, values-led multi-academy trust of 26 schools, serving more than 12,000 children and young people across five local authority areas in the South West of England. Our schools span education from nursery and primary through to secondary and post-16, supported by more than 1,700 colleagues.

Each of our schools has its own distinctive identity and deep roots in its local community, but no school works alone. Collaboration sits at the heart of Futura: schools share expertise, learn from one another and take collective responsibility for giving children and young people the best possible opportunities.

Together, we are building the brightest future for all, enabling every individual to flourish. Our commitments to inclusion, community and growth guide how we work, the decisions we make, and the experience we want to create for pupils and colleagues.

About You

We'd love to hear from someone who:

• Is able to support students with behavioural, attendance, wellbeing or safeguarding needs, using a calm, consistent and professional approach
• Can communicate effectively with students, families, staff and external agencies, and maintain accurate records and confidentiality
• Has GCSE English and Maths (Grade C/4 or above or equivalent) and experience of working with young people in an educational or pastoral setting
• Shares our belief that every child deserves the very best opportunities

Our Culture and Offer

We want Futura to be a place where people feel valued, supported, and able to develop. Collaboration and shared learning are part of how we work, with opportunities to connect with colleagues across our schools, develop professionally, and contribute to the wider partnership.

Eligible colleagues can access a range of benefits designed to support health, wellbeing and development. These include a fully funded Health Cash Plan, providing up to £500 each year towards everyday health costs such as dental, optical and physiotherapy appointments, as well as confidential counselling and wellbeing support, Cycle to Work Scheme, gym membership discounts and opportunities for professional and career development.

Role information:

• This is a full time, permanent position, working 37 hours a week, Term Time Only + 5 days
• Start date: 07/12/2026 - earlier start date is available

Safeguarding Statement:

Futura Learning Partnership is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Your suitability to work with children will form part of the selection process. For this post, pre-employment checks will include an enhanced DBS, barred-list check, two references (one from your most recent employer), health screening and online searches, in line with our safer recruitment policy.

The postholder will have a responsibility for safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.

Diversity and Inclusion

At Futura Learning Partnership, we believe that diversity strengthens our organisation and enriches the communities we serve. We are committed to creating an inclusive culture where everyone feels valued, respected and empowered to contribute.

We welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds and experiences and particularly encourage applications from groups currently underrepresented in senior leadership roles within education. We are committed to making our recruitment process accessible and will provide reasonable adjustments wherever required.

Safeguarding

Futura Learning Partnership is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Your suitability to work with children will form part of the selection process. For this post, pre-employment checks will include an enhanced DBS, barred-list check, two references (one from your most recent employer), health screening and online searches, in line with our safer recruitment policy.

The postholder will have a responsibility for safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.