Primary – Pastoral Support Assistant

Come join our thriving 2-19 all-through college on its journey towards excellence! Our two-form entry primary phase opened in September 2019, and we have now completed our brand new state-of-the-art development on the secondary site. New facilities include a three-storey teaching block containing 22 classrooms and SEND hub, a fully refurbished Post 16 Learning Centre, and a floodlit all-weather sports pitch to complement our already extensive sporting facilities.

Pastoral Support Assistant – Required to start September 2025

Hours: 35 hours per week, 8.30am to 4pm – Term Time Only – Monday to Friday with a half-hour unpaid break

Salary: Single Status Grade 6 Point 14, £25,993 (Actual pro-rated salary: £21,301 per annum)

We are seeking a skilled and experienced professional to support the behaviour and pastoral aspects of our school. Your role will include implementing our behaviour management policy, encouraging positive behaviours, and supporting the emotional and physical well-being of our community of 4-11 year olds. As a Pastoral Support Assistant, you will work within a dynamic team supporting attendance, skill development, and safeguarding of our students.

Key Responsibilities:

• Be committed to consistency, aspiration, and high standards
• Have relevant knowledge and skills
• Possess excellent interpersonal and communication skills, especially with young people
• Work with tenacity and enthusiasm

What We Offer:

• The chance to be part of a new development, creating a traditional yet forward-thinking school in a brand new setting
• A state-of-the-art school site with outstanding facilities
• An experienced and supportive Senior Leadership Team, Middle Leadership Team, and pastoral staff
• Commitment to your professional development at any career stage
• Access to our Corporate Membership for Benenden Health Care and Cycle to Work Scheme

Hailsham Academy Primary – Pastoral Support Assistant – Recruitment Pack 2025

To apply, download the relevant application form from our website. Completed applications can be emailed to job.vacancies@hccat.net.

Closing date: 9am, Monday 9 June 2025

The Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Successful applicants will need to undertake a DBS enhanced clearance. We are legally required to verify that all employees are entitled to work in the UK, and will request relevant documentation. Additional conditions of employment may apply. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all sections of the community.

This post is covered by the Childcare Disqualification Regulations 2009. Candidates will need to demonstrate they are not disqualified under these regulations through a self-declaration form. Shortlisted applicants may also undergo an online search as part of due diligence, in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE) 2023.

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