Job Description
Job Title: Pupil Welfare & Engagement Officer - Assistant House Lead
Location: Kettering area
Salary: £90- £110 (depending on experience)
Contract Type: Full-Time, Term-Time Only
Start Date: ASAP
Join a Thriving Secondary School as a Pupil Welfare & Engagement Officer - Assistant House Lead!
Tradewind Recruitment are excited to be recruiting for a committed and proactive Pupil Welfare & Engagement Officer - Assistant House Lead to join a dynamic and high-performing secondary school in the Kettering area.
This key pastoral role is perfect for someone passionate about student wellbeing, behaviour, attendance, and personal development. You will play a vital part in the school's house system, helping to promote a positive culture and ensuring students feel supported, valued, and ready to learn.
The Role:
Support the House Lead in managing student welfare, behaviour, and engagement
Build strong relationships with students across all year groups
Provide early intervention for attendance, emotional needs, and behaviour concerns
Focus on supporting KS5 students with attendance, wellbeing, and daily engagement
Collaborate with teaching staff, safeguarding teams, and parents/carers
Lead small-group mentoring on resilience, wellbeing, and motivation
Assist with house events, celebrations, and enrichment activities
Maintain accurate pastoral records and logs
About You:
Experience in pastoral, youth work, behaviour support, or student services
Strong communication skills and the ability to build trust with young people
Calm, professional, and confident when handling challenging situations
Well-organised and proactive with good attention to detail
Passionate about supporting young people and promoting wellbeing
Enhanced DBS (or willingness to apply)
Why Work With Tradewind Recruitment?
Competitive salary, paid weekly
Access to 2,500+ free CPD courses through The National College
Ongoing support from your specialist consultant
Opportunities for training and progression
Refer-a-friend bonuses
