Pastoral Officer

We are seeking to appoint an outstanding practitioner to work collaboratively with, and in support of, the Senior Leadership Team, the Pastoral team and teaching and support staff. The successful candidate will provide comprehensive care, support and guidance for staff and pupils, to ensure that our pupils are safe, happy, regulated and attending education and that staff have the necessary skills and training to ensure that this happens.
You will support staff with the pastoral welfare of pupils in all key stages. You will receive training to become a Deputy Designated Safeguarding Leader and part of your role will involve ensuring that pupils receive swift support to keep them safe, identify risks and initiate rapid action. You will need to be aware of safeguarding thresholds, referrals systems for support and be able to communicate effectively with agencies, pupils and parents. Days will be varied in order to meet the needs of the pupils.
You will support staff with improving the behaviour of identified pupils. This will involve reviewing behaviour programmes, advising on strategies and working hands on to model empathic practice. The pastoral team will respond to behaviour requests for support around school. You will have a small 'in class' commitment each week. You will be required to deliver training to others as appropriate.
You will support good attendance and work with families to improve this when there is a concern. You will be required to support pupils with medical needs, providing interventions and administering medication in line with national, local and school policy. Training will be provided.
You will be a point of contact for families and support the induction of new pupils into school and those who are moving onto their next destination. You will also support the induction of new staff.