Pastoral Support Worker

Teesdale School and Sixth Form is a part of the North East Learning Trust and is seeking to appoint a Pastoral Support Worker to join our dedicated team.

We have 700 children across Key Stages 3 and 4 and Post-16. Our small size means that you can really get to know your students; know who they are; their aspirations, ideas, talents and dreams, bringing out the best in them, helping to champion their ambitions and giving them a great start in life. Teesdale School is a place where traditional values of kindness, respect and hard work take precedence.

We are seeking an enthusiastic, experienced and compassionate Pastoral Support Worker to join our supportive and caring school community. This rewarding role is central to helping students overcome barriers to learning, achieve their potential and develop and confidence and resilience to succeed.

You will build positive relationships with students, families, staff and external agencies; providing guidance, encouragement and practical support.

Our primary aim is for each young person to be both courageous and caring, resilient and determined as they strive for excellence, an active and well-rounded citizen with deep integrity and one who respects others and contributes positively to society.

Our vision, along with all schools in the Trust, is that every child experience’s excellence every day.

If you are committed to making a real difference in young people’s lives; we would like to hear from you.

• A vibrant learning community with enthusiastic and engaging students
• A positive and caring ethos
• An excellent learning environment and resources
• A team of hardworking, dedicated and friendly staff where everyone is valued
• A supportive and effective governing body

• National Terms and Conditions of Employment
• Local Government Pension (for support staff) Scheme
• Up to 1 day paid leave for staff wellbeing
• Lifestyle Savings – range of discounts from top retail brands
• Discounted gym membership
• 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme and wellbeing portal

• Have experience of working with young people and/or their families in a similar role
• Have excellent organisational skills
• Have a good level of administrative skills
• Have strong data analysis skills
• Have excellent communication skills

Deadline:
Friday 20th November 2026 – 12noon

Interviews will take place week the following week

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and we expect all staff to share this commitment. All posts will be subject to receipt of satisfactory enhanced DBS disclosure, medical and reference checks. All pre-employment checks are in line with "Keeping Children Safe in Education" and the Trust’sSafeguarding Policy which is available on our website.