Pastoral Support Worker

?? Wolverhampton Area
?? Start Date: September 2025
?? Full-Time | Term-Time Only

Are you passionate about supporting young people's emotional wellbeing and personal development?
Do you have the empathy, resilience, and commitment needed to make a real difference in the lives of students?

We are seeking a Pastoral Care Worker to join our dedicated support team at a vibrant and inclusive secondary school in Wolverhampton. This is an exciting opportunity to become a key part of a school community that prioritises student welfare, personal growth, and a positive learning environment.

• Provide emotional and social support to students across all year groups.

• Work proactively to identify students needing pastoral intervention and offer appropriate one-to-one or group support.

• Support students in overcoming barriers to learning, including attendance, behaviour, or wellbeing challenges.

• Liaise effectively with teaching staff, safeguarding leads, parents/carers, and external agencies.

• Promote positive behaviour, self-esteem, resilience, and emotional development.

• Maintain accurate records and contribute to pastoral reports and action plans.

• Contribute to the school's wider pastoral strategy and safeguarding culture.

• Experience working with children or young people in an educational, pastoral, or youth work setting.

• A calm, empathetic, and non-judgmental approach to student support.

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

• A good understanding of safeguarding, confidentiality, and professional boundaries.

• The ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.

• Relevant qualifications or training in areas such as child development, youth work, SEN, or mental health (desirable).

• A supportive, caring and inclusive school environment.

• A collaborative staff team committed to student wellbeing.

• Ongoing professional development and training opportunities.

• Access to external wellbeing support and supervision.

• The chance to make a meaningful impact on young people's lives.