Pastoral Administrator

Summary:

Pastoral Administrator role with a school committed to student wellbeing and academic excellence.

About the School:

A school with a strong academic ethos and a commitment to student development, providing a supportive and inspiring environment for both students and staff.

The Opportunity:

As a Pastoral Administrator, you will play a key role in supporting student wellbeing and fostering a positive, inclusive environment. This position is essential to the school’s mission of delivering excellent pastoral care and ensuring students receive the emotional and academic support they need to thrive.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage and oversee the Wellbeing Room, creating a welcoming and supportive environment for students.
• Act as the first point of contact for students requiring emotional support and provide timely, empathetic assistance.
• Implement proactive wellbeing initiatives across the school to promote mental health and resilience.
• Coordinate and manage external counselling services in partnership with external providers.
• Serve as a Deputy Designated Safeguarding Lead (DDSL), ensuring the safe and confidential handling of sensitive student information.
• Communicate effectively and compassionately with parents and guardians regarding student wellbeing and safeguarding concerns.
• Provide high-level administrative support to the wider pastoral team, ensuring efficient and effective operations.
• Facilitate collaboration between pastoral staff, teaching teams, and external partners to enhance student support.

Qualifications & Skills:

Required

• Proven experience in a pastoral or wellbeing-related role, ideally within an educational setting.
• Strong organisational and administrative skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build trust and rapport with students, parents, and colleagues.
• High level of discretion and professionalism, particularly when dealing with sensitive student information.
• Experience in safeguarding and child protection, including knowledge of relevant policies and procedures.
• Commitment to student wellbeing and a genuine interest in supporting students’ emotional and academic development.

Preferred

• Experience in a Deputy Designated Safeguarding Lead (DDSL) role or similar position.
• Knowledge of wellbeing initiatives and strategies for promoting student mental health.
• Experience working in a school or educational institution with a strong academic ethos.
• Ability to work flexibly and independently, with a proactive approach to problem-solving.

Compensation & Benefits:

• Competitive salary of £25,443 (actual salary).
• Term-time only position with an additional 10 days of annual leave.
• Opportunity to work in a supportive and inspiring school environment with a strong focus on student wellbeing.