Pastoral Support Worker

Astrea Academy Trust; King's Lynn; Vor Ort; GBP 26.000 - 28.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

Eastern Multi-Academy Trust (EMAT) – King’s Lynn Academy – is seeking a dedicated Pastoral Support Officer to help shape a positive learning environment and support pupil wellbeing. The role emphasizes pastoral and operational duties, safeguarding, and collaboration with staff to ensure inclusive education.

The post offers Term Time +1 week, permanent status, and flexible working within a supportive Trust that values its people. Experience in safeguarding is welcomed.

Qualifikationen

• Level 2 English and Maths qualification.
• Level 3 Education qualification or equivalent.
• DSL training or willingness to undertake.
• Experience and understanding of children within their family context.
• Awareness of legislation/guidance relating to attendance and inclusion.
• Knowledge of social/emotional factors affecting learning.
• Ability to manage difficult situations calmly and fairly.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to produce clear reports, correspondence and attendance/family records.
• Confidence in IT systems relevant to the role.
• Commitment to safeguarding and pupil wellbeing.

Aufgaben

• Provide pastoral and operational support to pupils.
• Support attendance and safeguarding processes.
• Collaborate with staff to deliver a positive and inclusive learning environment.
• Assist in delivering a proactive pastoral program and family support.

Kenntnisse

Strong communication

Interpersonal skills

Safeguarding awareness

IT literacy

Ausbildung

Level 2 English and Maths

Level 3 Education or equivalent

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Job profile for Pastoral Support Worker

Pastoral Support Worker

location_on 3600 - King's Lynn Academy, King's Lynn, Norfolk 20/11/2026

The job requirements are detailed below.

Job details

Salary £25,523 to £27,687 actual per annum Contractual hours 37 Basis Full Time Job type Support Staff - Other Package Permanent.Term Time +1 week Job category Support Role - Education/Behavioural Support, Support Role - Other Date posted 23/10/2026 Job reference 3600-R0198 Attachments attachment Pastoral Support Officer.pdf

Job overview

Our Story

At Eastern Multi-Academy Trust (EMAT), we believe that every child deserves an excellent education – and that starts with exceptional staff.

King’s Lynn Academy is one of the fastest improving schools in the region, driven by a passionate and committed team dedicated to delivering excellence in education. Since 2017, we’ve transformed our standards, built a strong culture of ambition and inclusion, and developed innovative support systems that have significantly reduced exclusions and boosted pupil outcomes. Our staff work collaboratively to ensure every student receives high-quality teaching, care, and guidance, supported by a proactive pastoral team and a rich, inclusive curriculum. If you’re looking to join a dynamic, forward-thinking school where your contribution will make a real difference, we’d love to hear from you.

Why Join Us?

At EMAT, you’ll be part of a supportive, forward-thinking Trust that invests in its people and we offer all employees:

• A leadership team who listen and act on feedback.
• High-quality CPD and clear career development pathways.
• A highly trained team to support learning.
• Wellbeing support, including access to employee assistance programmes.
• Family-friendly policies and flexible working opportunities.
• Being part of a Trust that values inclusion, diversity, and collaboration.
• Peace of mind with some of the most generous pension schemes in the job market.

The Opportunity

Join our team as a Pastoral Support Officer and help shape a positive and successful learning environment for our pupils. This is an exciting opportunity to make a meaningful contribution to academy life, providing vital pastoral and operational support that enables pupils to flourish. Working alongside dedicated colleagues, you will play an important role in delivering our commitment to outstanding education and student wellbeing.

About You

• Level 2 qualifcation in English and Maths.
• Level 3 qualifcation in Education or equivalent
• Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL) training or willing to undertake.
• Experience and understanding of children within their family context.
• Awareness of legislation and guidance relating to Academy attendance and inclusion.
• Knowledge of the social and emotional factors that affect a child's capacity to learn.
• Ability to manage difficult situations and challenging conversations calmly, fairly and effectively.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to produce clear and concise reports, correspondence and records relating to attendance and family support.
• Confidence in using IT systems and software relevant to the role.
• A commitment to safeguarding and supporting the wellbeing of pupils.

Safeguarding & Equal Opportunities

Eastern Multi-Academy Trust are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and we expect all colleagues to share this commitment. All appointments are subject to appropriate safeguarding checks, including an enhanced DBS check (with Children’s Barred List where applicable), satisfactory references and medical clearance.

We are proud to be an inclusive employer, committed to equity, representation and belonging. We value the diversity of our workforce and believe that different backgrounds, experiences and perspectives strengthen our schools and enrich our communities.

We actively welcome applications from suitably qualified individuals of all backgrounds, including those from under-represented groups, and from candidates who are neurodiverse. If you require any adjustments to support you through the application or interview process, please let us know, we are committed to making reasonable adjustments so that everyone can perform at their best.

We also welcome applications for part-time, flexible and job-share working, where this can be accommodated within the role.