Forward-Thinking School Dedicated Pastoral Support Assistant
Listed on 2026-11-02
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Education / Teaching
School Counseling & Student Support, Pastoral Support/ Care & Wellbeing, Special Needs / Learning Disabilities, Special Education Assistant
Location: Exeter, Devon
Job Title: Pastoral Support Assistant
Start Date: ASAP
Salary: Dependent on experience
Contract Type: Full-time, fixed-term with potential to extend
A forward-thinking secondary school in Exeter is seeking a compassionate and resilient Pastoral Support Assistant to help promote positive behaviour, pupil wellbeing and engagement. The successful candidate will work alongside the pastoral team to support pupils with social, emotional and behavioural challenges.
About the RoleProvide day-to-day pastoral support to pupils across the school.
Help pupils manage behavioural difficulties and resolve conflicts constructively.
Monitor attendance, punctuality and behaviour concerns.
Support reintegration following absence or behavioural incidents.
Maintain accurate records of pastoral interventions and concerns.
Communicate professionally with parents, carers and relevant school staff.
Follow safeguarding procedures and escalte concerns appropriately.
The Ideal CandidatePrevious pastoral, behaviour support or youth work experience is essential.
Experience working within a school or education setting is highly desirable.
Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
Calm, patient and confident managing challenging situations.
An understanding of safeguarding, confidentiality and professional boundaries.
An enhanced DBS check will be required in line with the role.
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