Pastoral Care & Pupil Support  

 *          Provide high-quality pastoral and emotional support to pupils  

*           Identify vulnerable pupils and coordinate appropriate support  

*           Lead or deliver interventions for wellbeing, behaviour, and social development  

*          Support staff with behaviour strategies in line with school policy  

*          Promote a positive, inclusive, and nurturing school culture  

Early Help & Family Support  

*          Support the Early Help process within the school  

*          Act as Lead Professional for identified families  

*          Support Team Around the Family (TAF) meetings  

*         Undertake home visits where appropriate and safe to do so  

*         Build strong, supportive relationships with parents and carers  

*         Signpost and refer families to appropriate external services  

*         Maintain accurate, confidential, and up-to-date records  

  Deputy Designated Safeguarding Lead (DDSL  

 *      Act as Deputy Designated Safeguarding Lead (DDSL), supporting the DSL in the  oversight and management of all safeguarding  matters   

*        Respond promptly and appropriately to safeguarding concerns, taking immediate action where required  

*       Record, manage and review safeguarding concerns using the school’s safeguarding systems, escalating to the Lead DSL  as  appropriate   

*        Make referrals to Children’s Social Care and other agencies in line with statutory  guidance   

*       Manage safeguarding casework relating to family circumstances, attendance, persistent absence and vulnerability   

*       Coordinate early help assessments and multi-agency support, working closely  with social care,

         health, police and other  professionals   

*      Lead on safeguarding concerns linked to attendance issues, disengagement and  escalating need   

*      Work closely with families to reduce risk, increase protective factors and promote  positive outcomes   

*      Monitor patterns and trends of vulnerability to inform timely intervention   

*       Liaise effectively with pastoral teams and external agencies to ensure coordinated support   

 *       Support staff with safeguarding concerns, procedures and decision-making   

*       Contribute to staff training and safeguarding updates by sharing key themes and  learning (including neglect, attendance and

          early help)   

*        Ensure safeguarding and child protection procedures are applied consistently and  support a strong culture of vigilance across the

           school   

Multi-Agency Working  

 *     Work collaboratively with a range of external professionals (e.g. social workers, family support workers, health professionals)  

*      Attend and contribute to multi-agency meetings and case conferences  

*      Ensure joined-up support for children and families  

 Person Specification  

 Essential:  

 *     Experience working with children in a school or similar setting  

*     Lead in the coordination of pastoral support from external agencies  

*     Strong knowledge of safeguarding, child protection, and early help processes  

*     Experience supporting attendance and working with families by developing  positive working relationships and maintaining effective

      communication.  

*    Excellent communication and interpersonal skills  

*   Ability to manage sensitive and confidential situations with professionalism  

*   Strong organisational skills and attention to detail in maintaining accurate  registers and logs.  

 *   Commitment to inclusion, safeguarding, and pupil wellbeing   

Desirable:  

*   Experience as a Deputy DSL or safeguarding lead 

*   Training in safeguarding, early help, or mental health support  

*   Experience leading Early Help Assessments and TAF meetings  

*   Knowledge of systems such as My Concern and Bromcom or equivalent  

*   Experience of multi-agency working  

*   Ability to plan and deliver training and parent workshops to support school  priorities.  

*   Experience and an understanding of Emotionally Based School Avoidance  (EBSA), along with effective strategies to support pupils in

     overcoming barriers to  attendance.  

*   Experience of preparing and presenting clear, informative reports to the Governing  Body.   

  *   Commitment to attending STOCMAC network meetings and relevant conferences, contributing to professional practice and sharing

      learning with colleagues.  

  *   Driving license and willingness to drive the school minibus.  

  What We Offer  

 *   A supportive and dedicated staff team  

*   Strong leadership commitment to safeguarding and inclusion  

*   Opportunities for professional development, including safeguarding training  

*   A positive and caring school environment  

*   The opportunity to make a meaningful difference to children and families.   

How to Apply  

Please complete the application form and provide a supporting statement outlining your suitability for the role.  

Closing Date:  Friday 15th May 2026 (12 noon)  
Interview Date:  Friday 22nd May (further details to follow for candidates who are successful)  

Holy Souls Catholic Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.  

 The position is subject to an Enhanced Disclosure check under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.  

All applicants must be able to provide documentation to prove the right to work in the UK.  n Internet search will be conducted for all applicants who are shortlisted in line with Safer Recruitment guidelines.