Due to the high number of applicants, we have brought forward the closing date to Tuesday 5th May 2026.

Pastoral Support Worker

St Thomas Primary School
Grade 4 | Term Time Only | 36.5 hours per week | Permanent

You will play a central role in our pastoral provision, working with children and families to remove barriers to learning and promote positive outcomes. Acting as the Designated Senior Person (DSP) for safeguarding and Looked After Children, you will lead on identifying need, putting effective support in place and working collaboratively with staff and external agencies.

This role suits someone who is calm under pressure, confident working with complex situations and deeply committed to child‑centred, values‑driven pastoral care.

You will be a calm, authoritative presence in school, able to handle sensitive situations with professionalism, warmth and integrity.

What makes this role special

• You will be highly visible and influential, making a real difference to children’s lives
• You will work as part of a strong, caring leadership team who value pastoral work
• You will help shape and evaluate pastoral strategies across the school
• No two days are the same – this is a role for someone who thrives on variety and challenge

Key responsibilities

• Support pupils’ emotional wellbeing, behaviour and engagement with learning
• Lead on attendance monitoring and pastoral interventions
• Act as first point of contact for parents on pastoral matters
• Maintain accurate safeguarding, behaviour and incident records
• Work closely with the SENCo, leadership team and external agencies
• Uphold and model the school’s Christian values of compassion, trust, resilience, fellowship and respect

We are looking for someone who:

• as experience in a pastoral, welfare or safeguarding role with children
• Has strong knowledge of safeguarding and child protection procedures
• Builds positive, trusting relationships with pupils and families
• Works with professionalism, discretion and sound judgement
• Shares and actively promotes our Christian ethos and inclusive values

DSL training (or willingness to undertake it) is essential for this role.

Why St Thomas?

St Thomas is a caring, inclusive Church of England school at the heart of its community, where strong relationships underpin everything we do. We value our staff, invest in pastoral provision and work together so that children grow academically, emotionally and spiritually in a safe, nurturing environment.

Safeguarding

St Thomas CE Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All appointments are subject to enhanced DBS and pre‑employment checks.

Closing date: 9am, Tues 5th May 2026
Interviews: W/C Mon 18th May 2026