At a Glance
- Tasks: Support students' welfare, behaviour, and engagement in a nurturing school environment.
- Company: Inclusive secondary school in Barnsley with a strong commitment to student wellbeing.
- Benefits: Competitive pay, flexible work, professional development, and wellbeing support.
- Other info: Join a collaborative team with ongoing support and career growth opportunities.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in students' lives and help them reach their full potential.
- Qualifications: Experience in pastoral support and excellent communication skills required.
The predicted salary is between 27300 - 27300 £ per year.
An inclusive and ambitious secondary school in Barnsley is looking to appoint a dedicated Pastoral Officer to play a key role in supporting pupils’ welfare, attendance, behaviour, and overall engagement with school life. This position is ideal for an individual who is committed to helping young people overcome barriers and achieve their full potential.
About the Role
- Providing pastoral guidance and support to students throughout the school day
- Encouraging positive behaviour, resilience, and emotional wellbeing
- Monitoring attendance, behaviour records, and safeguarding concerns, ensuring appropriate interventions are put in place
- Building strong working relationships with teaching staff, pastoral teams, families, and external professionals
- Supporting pupils who may face social, emotional, behavioural, or additional learning challenges
- Helping to create a safe, nurturing, and inclusive learning environment
- Supporting the implementation of behaviour and attendance improvement strategies
- Acting as a key point of contact for students requiring additional pastoral support
What the School Provides
- A welcoming and student‑centred secondary school community
- A strong commitment to safeguarding, wellbeing, and inclusion
- Access to ongoing professional learning and career development opportunities
- A collaborative team culture with excellent support from leadership and colleagues
About You
- Have previous experience working within a pastoral, behaviour, safeguarding, attendance, or student support setting in a secondary school
- Be confident supporting young people with a range of emotional, behavioural, and additional needs
- Possess excellent communication, organisational, and interpersonal skills
- Be passionate about making a positive impact on students’ personal growth, wellbeing, and educational success
- Have a proactive and supportive approach to working with pupils, families, and staff
- Hold an Enhanced DBS on the Update Service or be willing to apply for one
Why Milk?
- Competitive daily rates of pay
- Fast and efficient registration and compliance process
- Flexible work opportunities to suit your availability
- Access to a highly rated education recruitment agency with thousands of positive reviews
- Opportunities within a wide network of schools and academy trusts
- Free access to an employee rewards platform offering discounts across retail, travel, entertainment, and more
- Over 1,000 accredited CPD courses available through our professional development academy
- Free classroom resources and PSHE materials
- Access to wellbeing support resources and educator wellbeing guides
- School preparation resources to help you feel fully prepared for your role
- Ongoing support from a dedicated consultant, available whenever you need assistance
- Opportunities to access innovative school enrichment programmes and speaker events
- Work with a sustainability‑focused education recruitment agency operating across England and North Wales
Interested? Click ‘Apply for job’ or get in touch with Lucy for more information about this fantastic opportunity in Barnsley.
Pastoral Officer – Secondary in Barnsley employer: Milk Education
Milk Education is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive and inclusive environment for those passionate about making a positive impact on students' lives. With a strong commitment to professional development, employees benefit from access to over 1,000 accredited CPD courses, flexible work opportunities, and a collaborative team culture that prioritises wellbeing and safeguarding. Located in Barnsley, this role provides the chance to work within a welcoming school community dedicated to nurturing young people's growth and success.
