Pastoral Support Specialist — Secondary Student Wellbeing

Justteachers Ltd; South Kesteven; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Justteachers Ltd is seeking a dedicated Pastoral Support Worker to join a welcoming secondary school in the Grantham area from September 2026. This long-term supply role could become permanent for the right candidate.

The successful applicant will work with students across Key Stages 3 and 4 to promote positive behaviour, wellbeing, attendance and academic engagement, collaborating closely with staff, parents and external partners.

Qualifications

• Experience working with young people in school, youth work, mentoring, pastoral or support settings.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to build rapport and maintain professional boundaries.
• Understanding of safeguarding and child protection practices.

Responsibilities

• Provide pastoral support to students across Key Stages 3 and 4.
• Build positive relationships with students, acting as a trusted role model.
• Support students with social, emotional and behavioural needs.
• Work closely with teaching staff, parents, carers and external agencies.
• Assist in implementing behaviour management and intervention strategies.
• Monitor student attendance, wellbeing and engagement with learning.

Skills

Youth work

Interpersonal skills

Rapport building

Safeguarding knowledge

Passion for youth

Job description

Justteachers Ltd is seeking a dedicated Pastoral Support Worker to join a welcoming secondary school in the Grantham area from September 2026. This long-term supply role could become permanent for the right candidate.

The successful applicant will work with students across Key Stages 3 and 4 to promote positive behaviour, wellbeing, attendance and academic engagement, collaborating closely with staff, parents and external partners.