Pastoral Assistant with Safeguarding
Woodfield Academy, Redditch, Worcestershire, B98 7HH
What skills and experience we're looking for
Qualifications in English and Mathematics to at least GCSE A*-C orequivalent
Knowledge of Safeguarding procedures
Knowledge of approaches to managing behaviour and behaviour modificationstrategies
Experience of working in a school
What the school offers its staff
A free Simply Health care plan supporting your physical and mental wellbeing.
A visible, supportive Senior Leadership Team who champion staff success.
“Woodfield Wonders of the Week” celebrating staff achievements.
Clear opportunities for career progression and professional development.
A caring staff community where friendships and teamwork thrive.
A positive social culture where celebrating together is encouraged.
A genuine sense of belonging – once you join us, it’s hard to leave.
Further information about the job
The candidate will be required to undergo a full enhanced DBS check and must be eligible to work in the UK.
We are seeking a committed, compassionate and highly organised Pastoral Assistant to support our behaviour and pastoral systems across the school. Working closely with the Assistant Headteacher for Behaviour, you will take a lead role in our Refocus Room and contribute to the wider pastoral provision.
You will join a strong, well‑established team consisting of four Heads of Year, four Pastoral Managers and the Assistant Headteacher for Behaviour. Your work will directly support pupils during moments of difficulty, helping them to regulate, reflect and re‑engage positively with learning.
Commitment to safeguarding
This post is subject to an Enhanced DBS check and criminal background check via the disclosure procedures. Also as per The Department for Education Statutory guidance, in accordance with the “Keeping Children Safe in Education” legislation latest version that came into effect on 1st September 2022, shortlisted candidates will be subject to an online search as part of our due diligence.
Woodfield Academy is committed to the protection, safety and welfare of its pupils and staff and we aim for the highest standards in safeguarding procedures. We expect all staff and volunteers to share and promote this commitment.
Woodfield Academy is a popular 5-form entry middle school with over 500 pupils on roll, aged 9-13 years. We are a happy, vibrant learning community, with high aspirations for the children in our care and the staff team that supports them.
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Pastoral Assistant with Safeguarding employer: Woodfield Academy
Woodfield Academy is an exceptional employer that prioritises the wellbeing and professional growth of its staff. With a strong focus on mental health, a supportive leadership team, and a vibrant work culture, employees enjoy a sense of belonging and camaraderie under the #onewoodfield ethos. The academy offers robust career progression pathways, regular CPD opportunities, and a commitment to safeguarding, making it a rewarding place for those dedicated to nurturing and protecting young minds.
