Pastoral Officer - Maternity Cover
| Posting date: | 27 March 2025 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £23,000 to £25,000 per year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 26 April 2025 |
| Location: | DE1 1SB |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Juniper Training |
| Job type: | Contract |
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Summary
Join Our Team as a Pastoral Officer!
Maternity Cover - Until January 2026
About Juniper Training: We're not your average training provider! At Juniper Training, we're all about empowering young people to unlock their potential, gain valuable skills, and thrive in their careers. We believe learning should be inspiring, engaging, and life-changing — and that's exactly what we deliver.
About the Role: We're looking for a dedicated and caring Pastoral Officer to join our team while one of our amazing colleagues is on maternity leave. This role is all about supporting our students' well-being, ensuring they feel safe, valued, and ready to succeed.
You'll be the go-to person for safeguarding, attendance support, and providing guidance that empowers students to achieve their goals. Think of yourself as the person who helps turn potential into success!
What You'll Be Doing:
Safeguarding Superhero
Lead on all safeguarding matters, making sure every student feels safe and supported.
Keep records up to date and stay in the know about safeguarding legislation.
Work with outside agencies to get students the help they need when they need it most.
Attendance Champion
Encourage students to turn up, stay engaged, and get the most from their time with us.
Track attendance, follow up on absences, and make sure students stay on track.
Meet with parents/guardians to tackle attendance concerns head-on.
Advice & Guidance Guru
Inspire students to aim high and achieve their dreams.
Signpost useful resources, career advice, and support services to keep students informed and empowered.
Progression Pro
Work with staff to make sure every student moves on to something positive — whether that’s further study, training, or a job.
Keep in touch with students post-program to cheer them on as they smash their goals.
What We're Looking For:
Must-Have:
Level 2 in English and Maths
Solid knowledge of safeguarding legislation
Experience working with 16-18-year-olds
Nice-to-Have:
CEIAG Level 3/4 qualification
Level 3 safeguarding training
Experience in the Education/Training sector
Your Superpowers:
Amazing communication skills (you'll be chatting with students, parents, and agencies).
Brilliant organisation and planning skills.
A positive, solution-focused attitude with the ability to think on your feet.
The ability to handle challenging situations with patience and determination.
Most importantly, a passion for motivating and inspiring young people.
Why Join Us? We’re a friendly, supportive team that genuinely cares about making a difference. If you're ready to inspire, support, and help young people achieve their best, we'd love to hear from you!
Apply Now and start your journey with Juniper Training — where every day is an opportunity to change lives.
Maternity Cover - Until January 2026
About Juniper Training: We're not your average training provider! At Juniper Training, we're all about empowering young people to unlock their potential, gain valuable skills, and thrive in their careers. We believe learning should be inspiring, engaging, and life-changing — and that's exactly what we deliver.
About the Role: We're looking for a dedicated and caring Pastoral Officer to join our team while one of our amazing colleagues is on maternity leave. This role is all about supporting our students' well-being, ensuring they feel safe, valued, and ready to succeed.
You'll be the go-to person for safeguarding, attendance support, and providing guidance that empowers students to achieve their goals. Think of yourself as the person who helps turn potential into success!
What You'll Be Doing:
Safeguarding Superhero
Lead on all safeguarding matters, making sure every student feels safe and supported.
Keep records up to date and stay in the know about safeguarding legislation.
Work with outside agencies to get students the help they need when they need it most.
Attendance Champion
Encourage students to turn up, stay engaged, and get the most from their time with us.
Track attendance, follow up on absences, and make sure students stay on track.
Meet with parents/guardians to tackle attendance concerns head-on.
Advice & Guidance Guru
Inspire students to aim high and achieve their dreams.
Signpost useful resources, career advice, and support services to keep students informed and empowered.
Progression Pro
Work with staff to make sure every student moves on to something positive — whether that’s further study, training, or a job.
Keep in touch with students post-program to cheer them on as they smash their goals.
What We're Looking For:
Must-Have:
Level 2 in English and Maths
Solid knowledge of safeguarding legislation
Experience working with 16-18-year-olds
Nice-to-Have:
CEIAG Level 3/4 qualification
Level 3 safeguarding training
Experience in the Education/Training sector
Your Superpowers:
Amazing communication skills (you'll be chatting with students, parents, and agencies).
Brilliant organisation and planning skills.
A positive, solution-focused attitude with the ability to think on your feet.
The ability to handle challenging situations with patience and determination.
Most importantly, a passion for motivating and inspiring young people.
Why Join Us? We’re a friendly, supportive team that genuinely cares about making a difference. If you're ready to inspire, support, and help young people achieve their best, we'd love to hear from you!
Apply Now and start your journey with Juniper Training — where every day is an opportunity to change lives.
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