Some pupils need more than academic support to succeed at school. They need someone who listens, understands their challenges and helps them find a way forward.

We are recruiting an experienced Pastoral Support Officer to join a secondary school in Hull on a full-time, permanent basis.

This position is ideal for someone who has worked in a school pastoral or student support team and understands the importance of building positive relationships with young people. You'll be supporting pupils with their wellbeing, behaviour, attendance and personal development, helping them feel supported and ready to learn.

Where You'll Make an Impact

Working alongside teaching staff, pastoral leaders and safeguarding teams, you will:

• Provide individual pastoral support to pupils experiencing emotional, social or behavioural difficulties.

• Monitor pupil attendance, punctuality and behaviour, identifying concerns and supporting appropriate interventions.

• Build positive relationships with pupils, helping them develop confidence, resilience and appropriate behaviour.

• Work closely with parents and carers to address concerns and encourage positive engagement with school.

• Support the implementation of behaviour management strategies and individual support plans.

• Liaise with safeguarding staff, SENCOs and external agencies to ensure pupils receive appropriate support.

• Maintain accurate records of pastoral interventions, pupil progress and relevant concerns.

• Assist with conflict resolution, restorative conversations and reintegration following periods of absence or exclusion.

The Person We're Hoping to Find

We are particularly interested in candidates who combine a calm, approachable manner with the confidence to manage challenging situations.

Previous experience working in a school pastoral support, behaviour or student welfare role is essential.

You should also bring:

• A good understanding of safeguarding, child protection and pupil wellbeing.

• Experience supporting young people with behavioural, emotional or social difficulties.

• Strong communication skills and the ability to build trust with pupils, families and colleagues.

• Confidence handling sensitive situations with professionalism and discretion.

• A patient, empathetic and consistent approach to supporting young people.

• Good organisational skills and the ability to maintain accurate records.

Experience working with pupils with SEND or additional pastoral needs would be an advantage.

Vacancy Information

Job Title: Pastoral Support Officer
School Type: Secondary School
Location: Hull, East Yorkshire
Contract: Permanent
Working Pattern: Full-Time
Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience

Why This Position Matters

Pastoral support plays a vital role in helping pupils overcome barriers to learning and make positive progress throughout their education.

In this position, you'll have the opportunity to support young people at important stages of their development, working as part of a school team committed to pupil welfare and achievement.

For someone with the right experience and a genuine commitment to supporting young people, this is an opportunity to make a meaningful difference every day.

If you're an experienced school pastoral professional looking for your next permanent position in Hull, we would be pleased to hear from you.

Apply today to be considered.