Student Wellbeing & Attendance Advocate

Lift New Rickstones; England; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Lift New Rickstones is seeking a dedicated pastoral assistant to support the welfare and development of every student. You will work with teachers, families and colleagues to identify needs, manage behaviour positively and help improve attendance, contributing to an inclusive school culture.

You will also handle pastoral data, prepare half-termly reports, and communicate regularly with families to ensure all students receive the support they need. A calm, empathetic approach is essential.

Qualifications

• GCSE Maths and English (grade 4) or equivalent.
• Ability to build trusted relationships with students.
• Strong behaviour management and high expectations for every child.
• Ability to use data to spot patterns and track progress.
• Clear, warm communication with students, families and colleagues.
• Patient, empathetic and calm approach to challenges.

Responsibilities

• Support students' wellbeing, including those with SEND, EHCP or safeguarding needs.
• Work with teachers to maintain high standards of behaviour and attendance.
• Update school systems with pastoral and behaviour data.
• Create half-termly reports to track trends.
• Communicate with families about issues and solutions.
• Collaborate with the SENDCo, mental health lead and attendance officer.
• Complete duty according to the rota.

Skills

Pastoral support

Behaviour management

Data tracking

Communication

Education

GCSE Maths

GCSE English

Job description

Lift New Rickstones is seeking a dedicated pastoral assistant to support the welfare and development of every student. You will work with teachers, families and colleagues to identify needs, manage behaviour positively and help improve attendance, contributing to an inclusive school culture.

You will also handle pastoral data, prepare half-termly reports, and communicate regularly with families to ensure all students receive the support they need. A calm, empathetic approach is essential.