Location: Cheltenham, Gloucestershire
Job Title: Pastoral Support Administrator
Start Date: ASAP
Salary: Dependent on experience
Contract Type: Full-time, long-term temporary

About the School

A caring secondary school in Cheltenham is looking for a compassionate and organised Pastoral Support Administrator to assist its pastoral team. This position is ideal for someone who combines strong administration skills with a professional, sensitive approach to pupil welfare and family communication.

About the Role

You will provide administrative support to pastoral staff, helping ensure pupil concerns, meetings and follow-up actions are recorded and coordinated appropriately.

Key responsibilities include:

• Maintaining accurate pastoral records and updating school systems.

• Supporting communication with parents and carers.

• Coordinating meetings involving pastoral staff and external professionals.

• Recording concerns, actions and follow-up arrangements.

• Assisting with attendance, behaviour and pupil welfare administration.

• Ensuring safeguarding concerns are passed promptly to the appropriate staff.

The Ideal Candidate

• Previous school administration, pastoral support or welfare-related experience.

• An understanding of safeguarding and the importance of confidentiality.

• Excellent communication and organisational skills.

• Confidence managing sensitive information and competing priorities.

• A calm, empathetic and professional approach.

An enhanced DBS check will be required in line with the role.

How to Apply

If you have experience in school administration or pastoral support and would like to contribute to a supportive school environment, please submit your CV.