Pastoral Support Worker

Skegness Grammar is now recruiting for a Pastoral Support Worker. This role could be your next career opportunity.

If you are ambitious, inspirational, creative, open-minded and want to be part of our success then we want to hear from you.

We are driven to provide our young people with access to a world-class education and enrichment experiences. Our students benefit from a wealth of opportunities to develop, learn and lead. From the classroom, to cultural visits, sports, music and arts and engaging with our local communities, the rich and varied experiences we create help fuel ambition and unlock potential. The education and experiences we offer equips our young people with the leadership skills, team spirit, resilience and confidence to become outstanding citizens.

About the role

To see a more detailed description about the role please see the job description

• To promote the inclusion and acceptance of all students;
• To carry a case load of students causing concern and to produce an action plan with students, parents, teachers and Head of Year (HOY)
• To provide information and advice to enable students to make choices about their behaviour/attendance/punctuality
• To support students to improve their behaviour/ attendance/ punctuality through the use of a range of strategies including target-setting
• To keep accurate records of interviews with students and agreed outcomes;
• reports/information/data as required by Head of Year, SLT, Governors, SENCo, others.
• To liaise closely with other agencies [ EWS; Social Services; Ed. Psych; Health services; Connexions staff; others as appropriate].
• To represent the school at meetings involving other agencies [ Case Conferences, Review meetings, etc]
• To be aware of and comply with policies and procedures on child protection, health and safety, safeguarding, confidentiality, data protection;
• To work closely with Head of Years and to carry out home visits as required
• To provide behaviour and mental health support

Permanent- 37 hours per week, 39 weeks per year

About our Academy

Skegness Grammar School is a community grammar school in Lincolnshire. We serve all our hard working scholars equally and in doing so we are actively addressing issues of disadvantage. Our mission is to ensure our young people succeed in reaching a top university, excel in their careers and are able to make sound moral choices.

We produce well-rounded individuals, and take pride in their personal achievements. Our students aspire to high academic success, whilst enjoying a variety of extra curricular opportunities. Our last OFSTED was rated us as a GOOD school.

Salary & Benefits

• NJC 8, FTE £24,702 per annum- pro rata £21,697.70
• Access to Local Government Pension Scheme
• Regional networks of Trust colleagues and access to key leaders in Education
• Commitment to employee Health and Wellbeing including dedicated Employee Assistance Programme
• Awards and Recognition Scheme
• Flexible working patterns
• Benefits Platform
• discounts on car leasing
• holiday discounts
• cinema tickets
• restaurant booking discounts
• Cycle to Work Scheme

Who we are looking for

GCSE in English and Mathematics or equivelant

General IT skills

First Aid Qualification or willingness to undergo the training

Knowledge and experience in an education setting

Ability to deal sensitively and appropriately with confidential information

Ability to communicate effectively with internal and external contacts at all levels

Understanding of the Trusts' Policies and Procedures

Appropriate level of data protection, security and confidentiality awareness

Aware of Health & Safety and Safeguarding as appropriate to role

Aware that the Trust will take all steps to prevent those who pose a risk of harm from working with children. Recruitment procedures ensure rigour in identifying and rejecting people who might abuse children

Play an important part in the wider safeguarding of children – identifying concerns, sharing information and taking prompt action to safeguard and protect them

Committed to promoting the welfare of all children and creating a safe environment in which children can learn; considering, at all times, what is in the best interests of the child

A commitment to promoting equality and diversity, providing an inclusive and co-operative environment in which all students and individuals working for and on behalf of the organisation feel respected and able to give of their best.

About The David Ross Education Trust

The David Ross Education Trust () mission is to give every child attending one of our schools a world-class education.

Broadening the horizons of young people by inspiring students to become their confident, academic best via an education that creates academically gifted, confident, well-rounded young people in the classroom, in the workplace and in their communities.

Whatever your role you will contribute towards creating a rich and exciting learning environment that also offers our students an unrivalled package of sporting and cultural enrichment.

Our aim is to be the country’s top-performing Multi-Academy Trust (MAT). Recognised as a nationwide system leader, the Trust runs 35 schools between London and Yorkshire, ranging from small rural primaries to much larger secondary schools in urban areas. We have an all through school in London based on the Olympic Park as well as a special school in Lincolnshire which caters for pupils aged 2-19 who have a diverse range of special educational needs.

We are incredibly lucky to be able to work alongside outstanding organisations and individuals who are happy to share their expertise and skills in supporting the David Ross Foundation's vision to give children better life chances through access to the best education and support we can give them.

Apply now

To complete our on-line application form, please click 'here'.

Early applications are advised. We receive high numbers of applications for our roles and therefore have to close the vacancy prior to the closing date in order to review candidates' details against our job criteria before shortlisting or re-opening the vacancy.

The David Ross Education Trust is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to providing a fair, equitable and mutually supportive learning and working environment for our students and staff.

It is our objective to ensure that job applicants and staff are treated solely on the basis of their merits, abilities and potential. We do not discriminate against any applicants on the basis of any protected characteristics.

The David Ross Education Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and applicants must be willing to undergo vetting appropriate to the post, including a social media presence check and Enhanced DBS check. The successful applicant will be expected to adhere to all safeguarding, welfare and health and safety policies and procedures of the Trust.

All pre-employment checks are in line with "Keeping Children Safe in Education" statutory guidance.