Pastoral Support

Pastoral Support OfficerLocation: Kettering, NorthamptonshireContract: Full-timeStart Date: ASAP / January 2027Do you have a passion for supporting young people and helping them overcome barriers to learning?Tradewind Recruitment are currently recruiting for a Pastoral Support Officer to join a supportive secondary school in Kettering. This is a rewarding opportunity for someone who is committed to improving the wellbeing, attendance, behaviour, and overall educational experience of students.The successful candidate will play a key role in supporting pupils both inside and outside the classroom, building positive relationships and helping students to achieve their full potential.The Role:Providing pastoral support to students across the school.Supporting pupils with social, emotional, and behavioural needs.Promoting positive behaviour and encouraging engagement in learning.Working closely with teachers, parents, and external agencies to support student wellbeing.Monitoring attendance, punctuality, and student welfare.Supporting students through interventions and mentoring programmes.Helping to create a safe, inclusive, and supportive school environment.The Ideal Candidate:Has experience working with children or young people in an educational, youth work, mentoring, support, or care setting.Has strong communication and relationship-building skills.Is patient, resilient, and able to remain calm under pressure.Has a genuine passion for supporting young people to succeed.Can effectively manage challenging behaviour and support students with additional needs.Holds an Enhanced DBS on the Update Service or is willing to obtain one through Tradewind Recruitment.What Tradewind Recruitment Offers:Competitive rates of pay.Access to over 2,500 CPD courses through The National College.A dedicated consultant to support you throughout your placement.Opportunities for long-term, temporary, and permanent roles.A straightforward and supportive registration process.This role would be ideal for graduates, youth workers, support workers, behaviour mentors, teaching assistants, or experienced pastoral professionals looking to make a positive impact within a school setting.Apply today through Tradewind Recruitment to be considered for this exciting Pastoral Support Officer opportunity in Kettering.