Pastoral Support Officer

Tradewind Recruitment; London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An educational recruitment agency is seeking a dedicated Pastoral Support Officer for a secondary school in Waltham Forest, London. The role involves supporting students' personal development, guiding them through emotional and behavioral issues, and ensuring their wellbeing. Candidates should have relevant experience in schools or youth work and skills in communication and safeguarding practices. This full-time position offers opportunities for professional growth within a supportive educational environment.

Benefits

Opportunities to progress into safeguarding roles

Supportive leadership and pastoral network

Training and systems in place for support

Qualifications

• Experience in a school, youth work, social care or similar environment.
• Confident with managing sensitive situations and building trust.
• Enhanced DBS (or willing to apply).

Responsibilities

• Supporting students with emotional, behavioural, or attendance concerns.
• Acting as a first point of contact for students in need of guidance.
• Monitoring attendance and punctuality and supporting interventions.

Skills

Experience in student wellbeing

Strong knowledge of safeguarding practices

Excellent communication skills

Ability to manage sensitive situations

Job description

Pastoral Support Officer - Secondary School - Waltham Forest
Start date: September 2025
Contract: Full-time (term-time only), long-term
Location: Waltham Forest
Pay: 105- 120 per day

Are you experienced in student wellbeing, safeguarding, or youth support?
A secondary school in Waltham Forest is seeking a dedicated Pastoral Support Officer to join their pastoral team and support the personal development and wellbeing of students across the school.

About the role:

• Supporting students with emotional, behavioural, or attendance concerns
• Acting as a first point of contact for students in need of guidance or support
• Liaising with families, external agencies, and school staff to ensure continuity of care
• Monitoring attendance and punctuality and supporting interventions
• Playing a key role in safeguarding and wellbeing procedures

About you:

• Experience in a school, youth work, social care or similar environment
• Confident with managing sensitive situations and building trust
• Strong knowledge of safeguarding practices
• Excellent communication, organisation and record-keeping skills
• Enhanced DBS (or willing to apply)

Why join this school?

• Highly supportive leadership and pastoral network
• Clear systems and training in place for safeguarding and support
• Opportunities to progress into safeguarding, behaviour or SEN roles
• Meaningful, varied work in a vibrant school community