Job Description

Pastoral Support Worker - Secondary School - Harrow - ASAP Start - Full-Time

Are you an experienced Pastoral Support Worker or behaviour mentor with a passion for supporting young people in a secondary school setting?
Are you calm, resilient, and committed to helping students overcome barriers to learning and thrive both emotionally and academically?

Tradewind Recruitment is working with welcoming and well-regarded secondary schools in Harrow seeking a Pastoral Support Worker to join their pastoral and safeguarding teams on a full-time, long-term basis, starting ASAP. This is a rewarding role at the heart of the school, supporting students' wellbeing, behaviour, and personal development.

Pastoral Support Worker - Role Overview

As a Pastoral Support Worker, you will play a vital role in supporting students across KS3 and KS4, particularly those who require additional emotional, behavioural, or attendance support. Your responsibilities will include:

  • Providing 1:1 and small group pastoral support for targeted students

  • Supporting students with SEMH needs, behavioural challenges, or social difficulties

  • Building positive, trusting relationships to improve engagement and outcomes

  • Working closely with Heads of Year, safeguarding leads, SENCOs, and attendance teams

  • Supporting behaviour management strategies and restorative conversations

  • Monitoring student progress, wellbeing, and attendance

  • Liaising with parents/carers regarding student progress and concerns

  • Supporting reintegration plans and early intervention strategies

  • Upholding safeguarding responsibilities and following school policies at all times

Requirements

  • Previous experience working in a secondary school setting (Essential)

  • Experience supporting young people with SEMH, behavioural, or pastoral needs

  • Strong understanding of safeguarding and child protection procedures

  • Calm, patient, and resilient approach

  • Ability to build rapport with students from diverse backgrounds

  • Excellent communication and record-keeping skills

  • Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to apply)

What's on Offer

  • A supportive and inclusive secondary school in Harrow

  • Full-time role: Monday to Friday, term-time only

  • A key role within the school's pastoral and safeguarding team

  • Opportunity to make a genuine difference to students' wellbeing and outcomes

  • Ongoing training and professional development

  • Potential for a long-term or permanent position

How to Apply

If you are an experienced Pastoral Support Worker looking for a full-time opportunity in Harrow starting ASAP, we would love to hear from you.

For more information, please contact Elizabeth Topley by emailing elizabeth.topley@twrecruitment.com or calling 0207 845 5450 (option 3).