Pastoral Support Coordinator. Education & Training

Pastoral Support Coordinator - Canterbury Area

Are you passionate about supporting young people to thrive emotionally, socially and academically?

A welcoming secondary school in the Canterbury area is looking for an empathetic, organised and proactive Pastoral Support Coordinator to join their pastoral team and make a difference to students' lives.

You will play a key role in the school's pastoral provision, working closely with students, families and staff to promote wellbeing, positive behaviour and personal development. This part-time, term-time position offers the chance to support young people in a vibrant school community while helping create a safe, supportive and inclusive environment where every student can succeed.

• Provide day‑to‑day pastoral support to students, helping them overcome barriers to learning and thrive in school life.
• Build strong, positive relationships with pupils and be a point of contact for welfare, behaviour and emotional wellbeing concerns.
• Work collaboratively with tutors, Heads of Year and pastoral staff to monitor attendance, behaviour and personal development.
• Liaise with parents/carers and external agencies where appropriate to ensure joined‑up support.
• Contribute to pastoral systems and processes that promote engagement, resilience and achievement.

• Empathetic, approachable and calm under pressure.
• Strong communication and relationship‑building skills.
• Ability to work effectively with young people and colleagues.
• A positive, solution‑focused approach to pastoral care and behaviour support.
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.

• Contract: Part‑time, term‑time only (permanent).
• Working Pattern: Approx. 32.5 hours per week, Monday‑Friday (term‑time).
• Salary: Paid on the Kent Range Scheme, entry point pro‑ratio (actual salary approx. 18,838 per annum based on the advertised role).

• Be part of a supportive pastoral team committed to student wellbeing.
• Make a real impact on students' lives and school experience.
• Access professional development opportunities and a positive working culture.

To apply, please forward your CV and a brief supporting statement outlining your suitability for this role by the closing date. Interviews will be arranged as applications arrive.