Pastoral Support Worker (Safeguarding and Attendance Officer)
| Dyddiad hysbysebu: | 06 Medi 2025 |
|---|---|
| Oriau: | Llawn Amser |
| Dyddiad cau: | 19 Medi 2025 |
| Lleoliad: | Rowley Regis, B65 9AL |
| Cwmni: | Teaching Vacancies |
| Math o swydd: | Parhaol |
| Cyfeirnod swydd: | cb1840c5-b053-4ca3-9454-78718dcdfd83 |
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What skills and experience we're looking for
• GCSEs in English and Maths (Grade A*-C / 4 or equivalent).
• Minimum 2 years’ experience working with children and families.
• Strong understanding of safeguarding procedures and attendance legislation.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Willingness to travel and work flexibly to meet school needs.
What the school offers its staff
• A Contributory Pension Scheme
• A comprehensive CPD package aligned to individual professional needs and the strategic development priorities of the school.
• First-Class Employee Assistance Programme with free, confidential access to a GP 24/7 for you and your family, counselling, personal financial, debt and legal advice
• Free Occupational Health Services
• Family Friendly Policies
• Staff Voice Committee
• Free Parking on Site
• Lifestyle benefits and discounts through several schemes
Further details about the role
Are you passionate about supporting young people with additional needs? Do you have the empathy, resilience, and drive to make a real difference in their lives? If so, we’d love to hear from you.
The Westminster School is seeking a dedicatedPastoral Support Workerto join our wellbeing and engagement team. This is a rewarding opportunity to work in a vibrant special school environment, supporting students and their families to overcome barriers to learning and promoting positive attendance and safeguarding practices.
The Westminster School is a special school catering to 320 pupils aged 7–19 with a range of special educational needs. We pride ourselves on delivering a child-centred curriculum and fostering a supportive, inclusive community for both students and staff.
Your responsibilities will include:
• Acting as an advocate for pupils, working closely with families, staff, and external agencies.
• Promoting high levels of attendance and punctuality.
• Supporting students in achieving their full academic and personal potential.
• Responding to safeguarding concerns and maintain accurate records using systems like CPOMS and SIMS.
• Leading and contributing to multi-agency meetings and interventions.
• Encouraging parental engagement through events and support sessions. Our school is a safe, happy and learning environment in which everyone is encouraged to achieve their full potential through high aspirations and a wealth of opportunities and experiences. The Westminster School offers a unique atmosphere rich with opportunities and resources. Our staff are valued members of the school community and form strong supportive relationships with the exceptional pupils in our care.
Our school caters for 320 pupils aged 7 -19 years with a wide range of special educational needs including Autism Spectrum Disorder, Global Development Delay and Moderate to Severe Learning Disabilities.
The School offers a comprehensive CPD programme and has been awarded the Investors in People Platinum Award. School occupies state-of-the-art facilities on a £42million Rowley Learning Campus.
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Our school is led by a dedicated Executive Head Teacher and Senior Leadership Team who are supported by a committed Governing Board and the successful candidate will have the opportunity to develop within an exciting and creative curriculum and be part of a highly motivated team, which prides itself on its collaborative working practices, and are transforming the lives of our young people.
The School is committed to equal opportunities and we have a proactive, supportive Governing Board and strong partnerships with parents/carers, the Local Authority and the local community.
Our School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of vulnerable groups including children, and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. An enhanced DBS clearance is required for this role. For more information about the School’s Child Protection and Safeguarding Policy go to the Policy Section of our website at https://thewestminsterschool.co.uk/ofsted/statutory-policies/.
This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and is eligible for an enhanced DBS check including a Children's Barring List Check. If you are barred from working with children you are breaking the law if you apply for this post
This post is covered by Part 7 of the Immigration Act (2016) and therefore the ability to speak fluent and spoken English is an essential requirement for this role.
For more details and an application form please visit https://thewestminsterschool.co.uk/our-school/vacancies-at-the-tws/
Applicationsshould be sent to HR SIPS Education Ltd, 2ndfloor, Guardian House, Cronehills Linkway, West Bromwich, West Midlands, B70 8GS or hr.recruitment@sips.co.uk
Please ensure application forms are signed if sending via email.
If you have provided an email address, correspondence will be sent via e-mail.
If you are successful in being short-listed for interview, you will be contacted via email within 28 working days of the closing date.Please ensure you check your junk/spamboxes as well as your inbox in case any correspondence has been delivered there
Online Search
An online search will be undertaken on all shortlisted candidates. This search does not form part of the shortlisting process and you will have the opportunity to discuss any issues of concern that may arise from this search at the interview.
Working Hours:37hrs per week, Term Time Only
Salary:Grade E, SCP 18-25 (£31,537 - £36,363 p.a.) Actual Salary - £27,656 - £32,867 p.a.
Closing date:Friday 19th September 2025 @ 9am
Interview Date:Monday 29th September 2025
Commitment to safeguarding
Our School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of vulnerable groups including children, and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. An enhanced DBS clearance is required for all roles within the school.
• GCSEs in English and Maths (Grade A*-C / 4 or equivalent).
• Minimum 2 years’ experience working with children and families.
• Strong understanding of safeguarding procedures and attendance legislation.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Willingness to travel and work flexibly to meet school needs.
What the school offers its staff
• A Contributory Pension Scheme
• A comprehensive CPD package aligned to individual professional needs and the strategic development priorities of the school.
• First-Class Employee Assistance Programme with free, confidential access to a GP 24/7 for you and your family, counselling, personal financial, debt and legal advice
• Free Occupational Health Services
• Family Friendly Policies
• Staff Voice Committee
• Free Parking on Site
• Lifestyle benefits and discounts through several schemes
Further details about the role
Are you passionate about supporting young people with additional needs? Do you have the empathy, resilience, and drive to make a real difference in their lives? If so, we’d love to hear from you.
The Westminster School is seeking a dedicatedPastoral Support Workerto join our wellbeing and engagement team. This is a rewarding opportunity to work in a vibrant special school environment, supporting students and their families to overcome barriers to learning and promoting positive attendance and safeguarding practices.
The Westminster School is a special school catering to 320 pupils aged 7–19 with a range of special educational needs. We pride ourselves on delivering a child-centred curriculum and fostering a supportive, inclusive community for both students and staff.
Your responsibilities will include:
• Acting as an advocate for pupils, working closely with families, staff, and external agencies.
• Promoting high levels of attendance and punctuality.
• Supporting students in achieving their full academic and personal potential.
• Responding to safeguarding concerns and maintain accurate records using systems like CPOMS and SIMS.
• Leading and contributing to multi-agency meetings and interventions.
• Encouraging parental engagement through events and support sessions. Our school is a safe, happy and learning environment in which everyone is encouraged to achieve their full potential through high aspirations and a wealth of opportunities and experiences. The Westminster School offers a unique atmosphere rich with opportunities and resources. Our staff are valued members of the school community and form strong supportive relationships with the exceptional pupils in our care.
Our school caters for 320 pupils aged 7 -19 years with a wide range of special educational needs including Autism Spectrum Disorder, Global Development Delay and Moderate to Severe Learning Disabilities.
The School offers a comprehensive CPD programme and has been awarded the Investors in People Platinum Award. School occupies state-of-the-art facilities on a £42million Rowley Learning Campus.
•
Our school is led by a dedicated Executive Head Teacher and Senior Leadership Team who are supported by a committed Governing Board and the successful candidate will have the opportunity to develop within an exciting and creative curriculum and be part of a highly motivated team, which prides itself on its collaborative working practices, and are transforming the lives of our young people.
The School is committed to equal opportunities and we have a proactive, supportive Governing Board and strong partnerships with parents/carers, the Local Authority and the local community.
Our School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of vulnerable groups including children, and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. An enhanced DBS clearance is required for this role. For more information about the School’s Child Protection and Safeguarding Policy go to the Policy Section of our website at https://thewestminsterschool.co.uk/ofsted/statutory-policies/.
This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and is eligible for an enhanced DBS check including a Children's Barring List Check. If you are barred from working with children you are breaking the law if you apply for this post
This post is covered by Part 7 of the Immigration Act (2016) and therefore the ability to speak fluent and spoken English is an essential requirement for this role.
For more details and an application form please visit https://thewestminsterschool.co.uk/our-school/vacancies-at-the-tws/
Applicationsshould be sent to HR SIPS Education Ltd, 2ndfloor, Guardian House, Cronehills Linkway, West Bromwich, West Midlands, B70 8GS or hr.recruitment@sips.co.uk
Please ensure application forms are signed if sending via email.
If you have provided an email address, correspondence will be sent via e-mail.
If you are successful in being short-listed for interview, you will be contacted via email within 28 working days of the closing date.Please ensure you check your junk/spamboxes as well as your inbox in case any correspondence has been delivered there
Online Search
An online search will be undertaken on all shortlisted candidates. This search does not form part of the shortlisting process and you will have the opportunity to discuss any issues of concern that may arise from this search at the interview.
Working Hours:37hrs per week, Term Time Only
Salary:Grade E, SCP 18-25 (£31,537 - £36,363 p.a.) Actual Salary - £27,656 - £32,867 p.a.
Closing date:Friday 19th September 2025 @ 9am
Interview Date:Monday 29th September 2025
Commitment to safeguarding
Our School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of vulnerable groups including children, and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. An enhanced DBS clearance is required for all roles within the school.