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