Pupil Welfare & Behaviour Support Officer

Marchant Recruitment; Wirral; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Local Government Pension Scheme

Job summary

Marchant Recruitment is partnering with a Birkenhead school to recruit a compassionate Pastoral Support Officer. The role focuses on pupil welfare, behaviour and day-to-day school experiences, supporting young people and building positive relationships.

The successful candidate will work with Heads of Year and staff, promote safeguarding, and engage with parents. Term-time patterns with additional weeks apply, alongside a competitive salary and pension benefits.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a school-based pastoral or student support role.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
• Calm, approachable and resilient manner.

Responsibilities

• Provide day-to-day pastoral support to pupils.
• Support students experiencing behavioural, emotional or social difficulties.
• Work closely with Heads of Year, teaching staff and safeguarding team.
• Communicate with parents and carers where appropriate.
• Support targeted interventions and monitor pupil progress.
• Identify concerns and elevate safeguarding matters through the correct procedures.

Skills

Pastoral support

Communication

Relationship-building

Resilience

Job description

Marchant Recruitment is partnering with a Birkenhead school to recruit a compassionate Pastoral Support Officer. The role focuses on pupil welfare, behaviour and day-to-day school experiences, supporting young people and building positive relationships.

The successful candidate will work with Heads of Year and staff, promote safeguarding, and engage with parents. Term-time patterns with additional weeks apply, alongside a competitive salary and pension benefits.