Pastoral Coordinator

Due to the School’s ongoing expansion, we are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic and highly motivated Pastoral Co-Ordinator for the new academic year. The main duties of this role will be to carry out a range of tasks and activities to support pupils with social, emotional and behavioural difficulties. The successful person will support pupils to access all aspects of school life successfully. You will also support the pastoral team in the day-to-day running of the school site. Aspects of support for pupils will include those with attendance, well-being and engagement in learning issues. You must possess two to three years of relevant similar experience of supporting young people and their families within the field of education or social care. You must be able to work productively with pupils and their families, as well as with school staff and a range of external agencies. You should be pro-active, approachable, possessing excellent communication skills and be capable of building and maintaining positive working relationships. Strong organisational, record-keeping, IT and time management skills are also vital, as well as the ability to work on your own initiative as well as being an effective member of the pastoral team. Please note that this role will primarily be based at the Lymington Fields Site of the School which is situated on Royal Anglian Way, Dagenham RM8 1FL. However, the role is not site specific and you may be asked to provide support at any one of the School’s three sites.