Pastoral Support Assistant
| Dyddiad hysbysebu: | 17 Mawrth 2026 |
|---|---|
| Cyflog: | Heb ei nodi |
| Gwybodaeth ychwanegol am y cyflog: | £24,711 - £26,640 |
| Oriau: | Llawn Amser |
| Dyddiad cau: | 31 Mawrth 2026 |
| Lleoliad: | Taunton, Somerset, TA2 8PD |
| Gweithio o bell: | Ar y safle yn unig |
| Cwmni: | eTeach UK Limited |
| Math o swydd: | Parhaol |
| Cyfeirnod swydd: | 1539702 |
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Job Title: Pastoral Support Assistant
Actual Annual Salary: £24,711 - £26,640
Full Time Equivalent Salary: £28,859 - £31,111 (CLF Grade C)
Contract: Permanent, Full Time, Term Time only + inset days
Hours: Full-time, 37 hours per week, Monday to Friday
Provisional Start Date: 1 June 2026 – pending completion of pre-employment checks
Are you passionate about supporting young people to thrive both academically and personally? We are seeking a dedicated Pastoral Support Assistant to join our team.
The Pastoral Support Assistant will assist in the educational, personal, and social development of students in the cohort. They will support students to enable them to access the curriculum, completely engage with their learning and achieve their full potential. The
postholder will deliver measurable impact on student attainment alongside the social and emotional well-being of each student.
They will help to support a culture of high expectation and achievement and assist in ensuring the smooth running of the academy on a day-to-day basis.
About you:
You will have:
A good understanding of safeguarding practices within an educational setting,
Proven experience working with young people, particularly those with SEMH needs, and the ability to implement strategies that improve engagement and achievement.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the confidence to build positive relationships with students, families, staff, and external agencies.
High standard of written and verbal communication skills, evidenced by experiences of dealing with colleagues, clients, and customers
A commitment to inclusion and equality, with the resilience and enthusiasm to support diverse communities and improve life chances for all students.
Applicants are advised to refer to the full requirements of the role in the attached job description and person specification, prior to submitting an application.
About Monkton Wood Academy
Monkton Wood Academy is an 11-18 school located in Monkton Heathfield, near Taunton. We are currently going through a period of change and rapid improvement as we seek to make Monkton Wood a place of academic excellence, where children can progress and thrive. We are developing a culture of high expectations and mutual respect, where students and staff can be successful in our roles and become the best possible version of ourselves.
Monkton Wood has long been proud of its strong connections with the local community; our parents and our partners at the Tacchi-Morris Arts Centre are highly engaged in school life. It is incredibly important to us that our students develop a strong sense of belonging and confidence in their own ability to achieve well and to go on to serve their community.
Why work at CLF?
We are a diverse and inclusive community of 36 academies across five cluster regions in the South West that is committed to excellence and making a positive impact. Our people bring unique perspectives, but we’re all driven by a shared moral purpose and a passion for making a positive impact, whether in a teaching, leadership or support role. We’re proud to foster a culture where everyone can thrive, feel valued, and make a meaningful difference to the lives of others.
We are an equal opportunity employer and proud to serve a diverse student population and our communities. We strongly believe that representation matters and so encourage applications from underrepresented and global majority groups including ethnicity, gender, transgender, age, disability, sexual orientation or religion.
We aim to remove any barriers to employment, ensuring everyone can compete on equal terms. Job share, part-time and flexible working opportunities will be considered.
What we can offer you:
Access to a generous pension through the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS).
Generous annual leave.
A comprehensive induction and ongoing commitment to wellbeing and career progression, through a range of training, apprenticeships and in-role/wider-trust development opportunities.
Well-being support through an Employee Assistance Programme.
Health benefits, including wellness sessions, gym discounts, and flu jabs.
A range of generous family leave options, including above industry average occupational maternity pay.
Additional benefits like cycle to work scheme, on-site parking plus many more!
Recruitment timeline:
• Closing Date: 30 March 2026
• Short-listing: 2 April 2026
• Interviews: 22 April 2026
We welcome visits from potential candidates. If you would like to arrange a school visit prior to the closing date, please contact the academy/site directly to arrange a suitable appointment.
As part of our commitment to Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE), we do not accept CVs – a full education and employment history must be provided through our application form.
We reserve the right to close this vacancy early, should we receive a high level of interest in the role. Therefore, candidates are advised to apply at their earliest convenience to avoid missing out.
As a Disability Confident Committed Employer, we are dedicated to equity and inclusion and commit to interviewing applicants with a disability who meet the essential criteria. We aim to provide an inclusive and accessible recruitment process, and support employees throughout their employment. If you have a disability, are neurodivergent, or require any adjustments to support you through the application or interview process please let us know how we can assist.
Actual Annual Salary: £24,711 - £26,640
Full Time Equivalent Salary: £28,859 - £31,111 (CLF Grade C)
Contract: Permanent, Full Time, Term Time only + inset days
Hours: Full-time, 37 hours per week, Monday to Friday
Provisional Start Date: 1 June 2026 – pending completion of pre-employment checks
Are you passionate about supporting young people to thrive both academically and personally? We are seeking a dedicated Pastoral Support Assistant to join our team.
The Pastoral Support Assistant will assist in the educational, personal, and social development of students in the cohort. They will support students to enable them to access the curriculum, completely engage with their learning and achieve their full potential. The
postholder will deliver measurable impact on student attainment alongside the social and emotional well-being of each student.
They will help to support a culture of high expectation and achievement and assist in ensuring the smooth running of the academy on a day-to-day basis.
About you:
You will have:
A good understanding of safeguarding practices within an educational setting,
Proven experience working with young people, particularly those with SEMH needs, and the ability to implement strategies that improve engagement and achievement.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the confidence to build positive relationships with students, families, staff, and external agencies.
High standard of written and verbal communication skills, evidenced by experiences of dealing with colleagues, clients, and customers
A commitment to inclusion and equality, with the resilience and enthusiasm to support diverse communities and improve life chances for all students.
Applicants are advised to refer to the full requirements of the role in the attached job description and person specification, prior to submitting an application.
About Monkton Wood Academy
Monkton Wood Academy is an 11-18 school located in Monkton Heathfield, near Taunton. We are currently going through a period of change and rapid improvement as we seek to make Monkton Wood a place of academic excellence, where children can progress and thrive. We are developing a culture of high expectations and mutual respect, where students and staff can be successful in our roles and become the best possible version of ourselves.
Monkton Wood has long been proud of its strong connections with the local community; our parents and our partners at the Tacchi-Morris Arts Centre are highly engaged in school life. It is incredibly important to us that our students develop a strong sense of belonging and confidence in their own ability to achieve well and to go on to serve their community.
Why work at CLF?
We are a diverse and inclusive community of 36 academies across five cluster regions in the South West that is committed to excellence and making a positive impact. Our people bring unique perspectives, but we’re all driven by a shared moral purpose and a passion for making a positive impact, whether in a teaching, leadership or support role. We’re proud to foster a culture where everyone can thrive, feel valued, and make a meaningful difference to the lives of others.
We are an equal opportunity employer and proud to serve a diverse student population and our communities. We strongly believe that representation matters and so encourage applications from underrepresented and global majority groups including ethnicity, gender, transgender, age, disability, sexual orientation or religion.
We aim to remove any barriers to employment, ensuring everyone can compete on equal terms. Job share, part-time and flexible working opportunities will be considered.
What we can offer you:
Access to a generous pension through the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS).
Generous annual leave.
A comprehensive induction and ongoing commitment to wellbeing and career progression, through a range of training, apprenticeships and in-role/wider-trust development opportunities.
Well-being support through an Employee Assistance Programme.
Health benefits, including wellness sessions, gym discounts, and flu jabs.
A range of generous family leave options, including above industry average occupational maternity pay.
Additional benefits like cycle to work scheme, on-site parking plus many more!
Recruitment timeline:
• Closing Date: 30 March 2026
• Short-listing: 2 April 2026
• Interviews: 22 April 2026
We welcome visits from potential candidates. If you would like to arrange a school visit prior to the closing date, please contact the academy/site directly to arrange a suitable appointment.
As part of our commitment to Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE), we do not accept CVs – a full education and employment history must be provided through our application form.
We reserve the right to close this vacancy early, should we receive a high level of interest in the role. Therefore, candidates are advised to apply at their earliest convenience to avoid missing out.
As a Disability Confident Committed Employer, we are dedicated to equity and inclusion and commit to interviewing applicants with a disability who meet the essential criteria. We aim to provide an inclusive and accessible recruitment process, and support employees throughout their employment. If you have a disability, are neurodivergent, or require any adjustments to support you through the application or interview process please let us know how we can assist.