Pupil Support Worker at Parkside School

Parkside School; Bradford; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 24,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Staff Offers and Discounts

Free will writing service

Community First Credit Union

Cycle to Work schemes

People Celebration Schemes

Job summary

Parkside School is seeking a Pupil Support Worker to join our team. The role supports a specific year group, collaborates with Key Stage Managers, and delivers focused pastoral care to raise attendance, behaviour, and wellbeing.

It includes coaching a small group of students and providing family liaison in a supportive school environment. This term-time only position (37 hours per week) runs from September, with opportunities to contribute to safeguarding and whole-school duties within a

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 4 is required or equivalent with GCSEs in English and Maths at grade C/4 or above.
• Experience communicating positively with others and supporting young people.
• Solid safeguarding knowledge and ability to work with families and external agencies.

Responsibilities

• Deliver pastoral support to students and improve attendance, behaviour and wellbeing.
• Maintain accurate records on CPOMs and liaise with SENCO and pastoral staff to remove learning barriers.
• Build constructive relationships with parents and carers and coordinate with external support services.
• Provide coaching duties for small groups and support supervision before, during, and after school.
• Uphold safeguarding procedures and participate in relevant training such as first aid and Team Teach.

Skills

Pastoral care

Behaviour management

Team collaboration

Education

NVQ Level 4 or equivalent

Job description

About this Role

Join Our Team at Parkside School!

We currently have two Pupil Support Worker positions available: one permanent role and one 1-year maternity cover direct contract, both starting in September.

Are you passionate, dedicated and proactive, looking to make a meaningful impact in a supportive school environment?

Parkside School is seeking a committed colleague to join our team in the role of Pupil Support Worker.

In this rewarding role, you will work closely with Key Stage Managers to deliver high quality pastoral care, primarily focusing on a specified year group. You will play a vital role in securing the highest levels of attendance, behaviour and wellbeing, helping students overcome barriers to learning and reach their full potential. You will also work in partnership with families, internal teams and external agencies to provide tailored support for every child.

Additionally, you will serve as a Coach for a small group of students, guiding them in their personal and academic growth.

Please note this is a term time only (+ 5 days) position, working 37 hours, Mon-Fri per week.

Key Responsibilities

• Supporting Students: Work closely with Key Stage Managers, coaches and mentors to deliver pastoral support, assess student needs, and create plans that improve behaviour, attendance, and wellbeing. Assist with transitions, personal needs, and conduct home or welfare visits as needed.
• Support for the Teacher: Maintain accurate record keeping on platforms like CPOMs, gather student information from feeder schools, monitor action plans, and liaise with SENCO and pastoral staff to address barriers to learning.
• Stakeholder Collaboration: Build positive, constructive relationships with parents and carers, exchanging information to support student progress, while fostering links with external support agencies and outside services.
• Whole School Duties: Act as a Coach for a small group of students, assist with supervision before, during, and after school, attend school events, support the behaviour policy, and provide cover supervision for classes when operationally required.
• Professional Development and Safeguarding: Uphold strict safeguarding and child protection procedures as a proactive member of the safeguarding team, participate in training such as Team Teach or first aid, and maintain professional standards at all times.

Candidate Requirements

• Qualifications: NVQ Level 4 or equivalent qualification or experience, plus GCSE English and Maths at Grade C/4 or above (or equivalent). Qualifications or experience in social work, youth work, counselling, teaching, or mentoring are essential.
• Experience: Proven experience of communicating positively with others, working in a team, and supporting young people whose learning may be impeded due to SEMH, additional needs, or wider circumstances. Experience enabling families to access support agencies.
• Knowledge: Full understanding of support services available to young people, working knowledge of national curriculum/learning programmes, and thorough knowledge of safeguarding procedures.
• Skills and Ethos: Strong communication, time management, and ICT skills with the ability to respond calmly under pressure, manage behaviour effectively, and plan actions for students at risk of underachieving.
• Personal Attributes: A collaborative, empathetic, and organised team player who acts with honesty and integrity, manages pressure well, and demonstrates a commitment to equality and personal development.
• Checks and Training: Willingness to undergo an enhanced DBS check and actively participate in essential role training such as first aid and Team Teach.

Why Join Parkside School?

At Parkside, we believe in making a difference. You will be part of a supportive team that values professional development and contributes to an environment where every pupil has an equal opportunity to thrive. It is a very exciting time to join Parkside School, a part of Wellspring Academy Trust. Our school is welcoming and vibrant, with students who thrive on positive relationships and staff who are committed to securing the best possible outcomes for them. We are on an exciting journey reshaping Parkside School to be a school that students, staff, and the community are proud of.

As an employee you will benefit from a range of employee perks which include Staff Offers and Discounts, a free will writing service, Community First Credit Union, Cycle to Work schemes and People Celebration Schemes.

We are committed to diversity, equity and inclusion.

We want our people to reflect our diverse communities and create a safe space in which everyone belongs. We welcome applications from individuals from all backgrounds and especially those from under-represented groups including those from Black, Asian and minority ethnic communities.

Safeguarding

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils. All posts are offered subject to enhanced DBS checks and appropriate references. All posts are exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.