Job Description

Pastoral Coordinator
Location: Secondary School, London Borough of Tower Hamlets
Contract: Full-Time, Term Time Only (plus inset days)

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced, compassionate and highly organised Pastoral Coordinator to join our thriving and inclusive secondary school in Tower Hamlets. This is a pivotal role within our pastoral team, supporting students' wellbeing, behaviour and personal development to ensure they are able to thrive both academically and socially.

The successful candidate will work closely with Heads of Year, the safeguarding team, senior leaders, families and external agencies to provide targeted pastoral support and intervention.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead on day-to-day pastoral support for a designated year group

  • Monitor attendance, punctuality, behaviour and wellbeing, implementing appropriate interventions

  • Support students with social, emotional and mental health needs

  • Work closely with families to build positive relationships and promote student success

  • Coordinate and track pastoral interventions, maintaining accurate records

  • Contribute to safeguarding processes and attend multi-agency meetings where required

  • Promote a positive school culture built on high expectations, respect and inclusion

The Ideal Candidate Will Have:

  • Experience working with young people in a secondary school or similar setting

  • Strong understanding of safeguarding and child protection procedures

  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

  • The ability to build positive relationships with students and families from diverse backgrounds

  • Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage competing priorities

  • Resilience, empathy and a solution-focused approach

Experience within Tower Hamlets or similar inner-London contexts would be advantageous.

About Our School

Our Tower Hamlets secondary school is proud of its diverse, vibrant and ambitious community. We are committed to inclusion, high standards and ensuring every student feels safe, supported and empowered to succeed. We offer:

  • A collaborative and supportive staff team

  • Ongoing professional development and training

  • A strong commitment to staff wellbeing

  • Excellent transport links across London

Safeguarding Statement

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All staff are expected to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be subject to an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.