At a Glance
- Tasks: Support students' wellbeing and remove barriers to learning in a dynamic school environment.
- Company: Join the St Benedict Catholic Voluntary Academy, part of a supportive multi-academy trust.
- Benefits: Access to top-notch CPD, career progression, and a competitive pension scheme.
- Other info: Enjoy a fulfilling role with genuine opportunities for growth and support.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in students' lives while developing your own career.
- Qualifications: Experience in pastoral care and strong leadership skills are essential.
The predicted salary is between 30414 - 36989 £ per year.
About This Role
Salary: Band 5, SCP 19 - 24
Basis: Permanent, Full Time
Hours: 37 hours per week over 40 weeks per year (term time plus 1)
We are looking to appoint a dedicated and experienced Pastoral Support Assistant to join our supportive team at St Benedict Catholic Voluntary Academy. This is a key position that focuses on ensuring all students are able to fully engage with their education by removing barriers to learning. You will provide high-quality pastoral, safeguarding and administrative support to students, parents and staff, contributing to the welfare, wellbeing, attendance, behaviour and safeguarding of students across the school.
The Role
The Senior Pastoral Support Assistant will take a lead on pastoral care across the school, supporting students on an individual and group basis, particularly those facing additional challenges such as SEND, behavioural issues, or poor attendance. As a senior member of the pastoral team, the postholder will provide operational leadership and support to the wider pastoral team, oversee student services functions, contribute to safeguarding practice, and line manage designated support staff.
The St Ralph Sherwin Catholic Multi-Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is subject to satisfactory references, which will be requested prior to interview, an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, medical check, evidence of qualifications plus verification of the right to work in the UK.
Please note that the closing date may be brought forward depending upon interest.
Benefits
- Access to first-class CPD opportunities.
- Genuine opportunities for career progression – with 25 academies in our family, and 84 academies across the Diocese, opportunities for career progression are a reality.
- Professional assistance – you will have access to an Employee Assistance Programme which provides confidential, independent and unbiased information and guidance 24/7.
- Pension – automatic enrolment into the Local Government Pension Scheme for support staff, one of the most competitive on the market, with employer contributions of above 20% in most cases.
- Terms and Conditions – we have committed to following nationally agreed terms and conditions for pay for both teachers and support staff.
Senior Pastoral Support Assistant - Internal Applicants OnlyEDV/2026/SBCVA/13928 employer: St Ralph Sherwin Catholic Multi Academy Trust
St Benedict Catholic Voluntary Academy is an exceptional employer that prioritises the welfare and development of its staff and students. With a strong commitment to professional growth through first-class CPD opportunities and a clear pathway for career progression within a large multi-academy trust, employees can thrive in a supportive and collaborative environment. The academy also offers competitive benefits, including a robust pension scheme and access to professional assistance, ensuring a fulfilling and rewarding workplace experience.
Contact Details:
St Ralph Sherwin Catholic Multi Academy Trust Recruitment Team
