Trauma-Informed Pastoral Officer | 1:1 Support & Behavior

Prospero Teaching; Preston; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable educational institution in Preston is seeking a Pastoral Officer to support students who are disengaged from mainstream education. The role involves managing behaviour incidents, working one-on-one with challenging students, and contributing to a positive school environment. Candidates should have experience with young people and a commitment to safeguarding. The position offers full-time hours with the opportunity for ongoing training and development, making a real difference every day.

Benefits

Ongoing training and development

Supportive staff team

Opportunities for career progression

Qualifications

• Experience in school, tutoring, youth work, or care is required.
• Strong commitment to safeguarding and pupil wellbeing.
• Must be comfortable with significant levels of challenging behaviour.

Responsibilities

• Manage behaviour incidents within the school.
• Work 1:1 with challenging students.
• Encourage positive participation, focus, and confidence in students.

Skills

Experience supporting children or young people

Proactive and patient approach

Good communication and teamwork skills

Ability to build positive relationships

Robust and comfortable with challenging behaviour

Education

Sufficient qualifications in English and Maths

Job description

A reputable educational institution in Preston is seeking a Pastoral Officer to support students who are disengaged from mainstream education. The role involves managing behaviour incidents, working one-on-one with challenging students, and contributing to a positive school environment. Candidates should have experience with young people and a commitment to safeguarding. The position offers full-time hours with the opportunity for ongoing training and development, making a real difference every day.