Pastoral Support Assistant

Pastoral Support Assistant

Location: Linslade School

Contract Type: Permanent

Hours of work: 37 hours per week / Term time only + 5 training days (39 weeks)

Salary: NJC L3 pts 6-8 £23,232 - £23,978 FTE (Salary is pro rata to term time only)

Closing date: 12pm on Monday 19th October 2026

Start Date: November 2026

Are you passionate about supporting young people and their families? Linslade School is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Pastoral Support Assistant to join our team.

You'll play a vital role in our pastoral team, contributing to student inclusion, safeguarding, and academic success. You'll work closely with students, parents, and external agencies to ensure the well-being and development of our pupils, including supporting attendance and offering one-to-one guidance.

We're looking for someone with experience in safeguarding and child protection, who can build strong relationships and effectively coordinate support for children and families. Knowledge of relevant policies and the ability to work collaboratively are essential.

If you have a genuine desire to make a positive impact on young lives and meet the criteria outlined in our full job description, we encourage you to apply.

We would like to hear from you if you want to work in a highly ambitious and aspirational school which:

• Is proud of its EPIC learners.

• Has a strong ethos of high expectations and support for all learners.

• Is committed to the professional development and well-being of staff.

If you have an unwavering commitment to safeguarding young people, high levels of personal resilience and thrive in an environment where no two days are the same, then we want to hear from you.

Full training, support and induction will be provided.

In line with our commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our pupils, this appointment will be subject to an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.

We are unable to accept CVs

We thank you for your interest in this role.

For further information, please contact Leanne Ringsell via [email removed]

We offer a range of employee benefits:

• A comprehensive induction programme and a supportive working environment including access to Teaching School Hubs and Initial Teacher Training

• Exceptional CPD and development / promotional opportunities

• Refer a friend scheme

• Generous pension schemes

• Employee assistance programme

• Employee of the month scheme

• Diverse workplace

The closing date for applications is 12pm on Monday 19th October 2026.

Interviews will take place on Wednesday 21st October 2026.

Visit our website: http://www.linslademiddle.beds.sch.uk/

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