Job Description

Pastoral Support Assistant - Secondary Schools - Northampton
Location: Northampton
Start Date: January 2026
Contract: Full-Time | Long-Term / Permanent
Salary: Competitive (based on experience)

Are you passionate about supporting young people's wellbeing and personal development?
Do you want to work in a school environment where your role directly contributes to improving student behaviour, attendance, and emotional resilience?

We are currently recruiting Pastoral Support Assistants to join a number of secondary schools in the Northampton area from January 2026. These roles offer a fantastic opportunity to work closely with students, helping them overcome barriers to learning and thrive both in and out of the classroom.

Role Overview:

As a Pastoral Support Assistant, you will play a key role in promoting positive student wellbeing and behaviour. You'll work alongside safeguarding leads, behaviour teams, and teaching staff to ensure students feel supported, listened to, and ready to learn.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Providing 1:1 and small group pastoral support to students with emotional, behavioural, or attendance challenges

  • Supporting the implementation of behaviour and attendance strategies

  • Building strong, trusted relationships with students, acting as a key adult for those in need of additional support

  • Assisting with student check-ins, daily reports, and targeted interventions

  • Supporting the safeguarding team in addressing wellbeing concerns

  • Liaising with parents, external agencies, and school staff to promote student success

  • Supervising reflection or inclusion rooms and supporting positive reintegration into lessons

  • Promoting a culture of respect, inclusion, and resilience across the school

Ideal Candidate:

  • Experience working with young people in schools or youth/community settings (desired but not essential)

  • A calm, consistent, and non-judgemental approach

  • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills

  • Ability to build trust and strong relationships with students from all backgrounds

  • Emotionally resilient and confident when managing challenging situations

  • Knowledge of safeguarding and pastoral practices in schools (training provided if required)

  • A genuine desire to make a positive difference in students' lives

Why Join Us?

  • Long-term, secure work in Northampton secondary schools

  • Competitive weekly pay

  • Ongoing training opportunities including safeguarding, behaviour support, and mental health awareness

  • Support from a dedicated recruitment team focused on your professional development

  • A rewarding and impactful role where no two days are the same

How to Apply:

If you're compassionate, motivated, and ready to support young people in achieving their full potential, we'd love to hear from you.

Send your CV and a short cover letter outlining your suitability, or contact our team directly to find out more about current vacancies.

Make a meaningful impact on students' lives across Northampton - apply now to become a valued Pastoral Support Assistant.