Pastoral Support Assistant
| Posting date: | 03 July 2025 |
|---|---|
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 13 July 2025 |
| Location: | Chatham, Kent, ME4 5JB |
| Company: | Teaching Vacancies |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 8a7a7b33-9eac-4d25-837c-cf87d507806a |
Summary
What skills and experience we're looking for
Do you enjoy working closely with young people, supporting their progress and celebrating their success?
We require Support Assistant to join The Victory Academy to provide support to our Key Stage 3 and 4 students. The successful candidate will work with the Student Services Manager and Pastoral Support Team responsible for the efficient and effective pastoral and behavioural support provision, ensuring every child is supported to achieve their full potential.
This role includes leading on the supervision of our Internal Reflection Room, promoting a positive ethos that support our Behaviour for Learning Policy and students learning.
Other responsibilities include assisting in the promotion of high standards of behaviour and conduct within the Academy and to provide support for colleagues through the enactment of Academy policy and procedure. Supporting colleagues as directed in all aspects of learning, personal development and emotional literacy both within classrooms and in other defined learning environments.
Our Pastoral Support Assistant will;
• Maintain a visible presence about the Academy throughout the day.
• Leading on-call and providing support for incidents when needed.
• Supervisor students before school, during break, lunch and after school.
• Supporting and monitoring interventions for behaviour, learning and achievement.
• Liaison with parents, carers, and staff including HOYs/HODs as appropriate.
• Mentor vulnerable groups of students who are at risk of underachieving.
We would love to hear from you if you’re ready to take on a rewarding role in a supportive environment.
What the school offers its staff
What our Trust will offer you:
• Competitive Pay Scales: Our TSAT pay scales exceed national levels.
• Performance Related Pay: We operate a Professional Growth policy that allows us to reward staff who meet their objectives with additional pay for exceptional performance.
• Pension Scheme Membership: Secure your future with membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme.
• Collaborative Support: Benefit from resources, mentoring, and school visits across the Trust.
• Training: Expanded your skills and knowledge with opportunities for Trust-funded apprenticeships and training courses.
• Staff Wellbeing Focus: Access our 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme, free flu vaccinations, and eye care vouchers.
• Fitness and Wellness: Enjoy reduced membership fees for our fully-equipped fitness suite and classes, conveniently located at New Horizons Children’s Academy, Rochester Grammar School, and Maritime Academy.
• Refer a Friend: Spread the word and benefit financially from our Refer a Friend Scheme.
• Blue Light Card: School staff can now access the Blue Light Card for discounts across a wide range of categories including holidays, cars, days out and much more!
• TSTARS Staff Recognition: You will be part of our Staff Recognition Programme, with seasonal rewards for all staff.
• Convenient Parking: Park for free in our staff car park on-site.
• TSAT Benefits Portal: a one-stop shop benefits hub that gives you access to a range of exclusive benefits including employee discounts, dental cover, Cycle to Work Scheme and Discounted Gym Membership.
Commitment to safeguarding
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check.
Do you enjoy working closely with young people, supporting their progress and celebrating their success?
We require Support Assistant to join The Victory Academy to provide support to our Key Stage 3 and 4 students. The successful candidate will work with the Student Services Manager and Pastoral Support Team responsible for the efficient and effective pastoral and behavioural support provision, ensuring every child is supported to achieve their full potential.
This role includes leading on the supervision of our Internal Reflection Room, promoting a positive ethos that support our Behaviour for Learning Policy and students learning.
Other responsibilities include assisting in the promotion of high standards of behaviour and conduct within the Academy and to provide support for colleagues through the enactment of Academy policy and procedure. Supporting colleagues as directed in all aspects of learning, personal development and emotional literacy both within classrooms and in other defined learning environments.
Our Pastoral Support Assistant will;
• Maintain a visible presence about the Academy throughout the day.
• Leading on-call and providing support for incidents when needed.
• Supervisor students before school, during break, lunch and after school.
• Supporting and monitoring interventions for behaviour, learning and achievement.
• Liaison with parents, carers, and staff including HOYs/HODs as appropriate.
• Mentor vulnerable groups of students who are at risk of underachieving.
We would love to hear from you if you’re ready to take on a rewarding role in a supportive environment.
What the school offers its staff
What our Trust will offer you:
• Competitive Pay Scales: Our TSAT pay scales exceed national levels.
• Performance Related Pay: We operate a Professional Growth policy that allows us to reward staff who meet their objectives with additional pay for exceptional performance.
• Pension Scheme Membership: Secure your future with membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme.
• Collaborative Support: Benefit from resources, mentoring, and school visits across the Trust.
• Training: Expanded your skills and knowledge with opportunities for Trust-funded apprenticeships and training courses.
• Staff Wellbeing Focus: Access our 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme, free flu vaccinations, and eye care vouchers.
• Fitness and Wellness: Enjoy reduced membership fees for our fully-equipped fitness suite and classes, conveniently located at New Horizons Children’s Academy, Rochester Grammar School, and Maritime Academy.
• Refer a Friend: Spread the word and benefit financially from our Refer a Friend Scheme.
• Blue Light Card: School staff can now access the Blue Light Card for discounts across a wide range of categories including holidays, cars, days out and much more!
• TSTARS Staff Recognition: You will be part of our Staff Recognition Programme, with seasonal rewards for all staff.
• Convenient Parking: Park for free in our staff car park on-site.
• TSAT Benefits Portal: a one-stop shop benefits hub that gives you access to a range of exclusive benefits including employee discounts, dental cover, Cycle to Work Scheme and Discounted Gym Membership.
Commitment to safeguarding
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check.