Job Description

Pastoral Support Worker - Secondary School
Location: Croydon
Contract: Full-time, Monday to Friday

Are you passionate about supporting young people and helping them thrive both personally and academically? We are looking for a dedicated Pastoral Support Worker to join a warm, welcoming, and highly collaborative secondary school team in Croydon.

This is an exciting opportunity for someone who is enthusiastic, empathetic and committed to making a positive impact on students' wellbeing and development. You will be part of a supportive environment where your ideas are valued, and where staff genuinely work together to create the best outcomes for young people.

What you'll be doing:

  • Supporting students with pastoral and behavioural needs

  • Building strong, trusting relationships to help pupils overcome barriers

  • Working closely with teachers, senior leaders and external agencies

  • Providing interventions, mentoring and daily check-ins

  • Promoting a positive school culture grounded in respect, resilience and wellbeing

What we're looking for:

  • A caring, approachable and proactive individual

  • Experience working with young people (school-based experience is desirable but not essential)

  • Strong communication and teamwork skills

  • Resilience, patience and a genuine passion for student welfare

Why join this school?

  • A positive, inclusive and friendly working environment

  • A collaborative team that supports each other

  • Excellent opportunities for professional development and progression

  • A chance to make a meaningful difference every day

If you are motivated by helping students succeed and want to grow within a supportive school environment, we would love to hear from you.