Pastoral Officer
| Posting date: | 22 May 2026 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £110 to £150 per day |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 21 June 2026 |
| Location: | Birmingham, West Midlands |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Recruited People |
| Job type: | Temporary |
| Job reference: | PASOFF001 |
Summary
Pastoral Officer
RecruitED People
Smart recruitment for real education.
Job Title
Pastoral Officer
Location
Birmingham & West Midlands
Salary
£110 - £150 per day
(Dependent on experience and setting)
Contract Type
Full-Time | Part-Time | Temporary | Long-Term & Permanent Opportunities Available
About the Role
RecruitED People are currently recruiting dedicated, resilient and student-focused Pastoral Officers to support secondary, SEN and alternative provision settings across Birmingham and the West Midlands.
The successful candidate will play a key role in supporting student wellbeing, behaviour, attendance and safeguarding, helping pupils overcome barriers to learning and promoting positive engagement within school life.
This role is ideal for individuals with strong interpersonal skills who are passionate about supporting young people both academically and emotionally within education environments.
Because schools are now balancing behaviour management, safeguarding, attendance crises, mental health support and family intervention while still somehow being expected to improve Progress 8 scores. The pastoral team is basically the glue holding the building together while everyone pretends the system is functioning normally.
Key Responsibilities
Supporting students with behavioural, emotional and welfare needs
Managing and improving student attendance and punctuality
Building positive relationships with students, families and external agencies
Supporting safeguarding, wellbeing and pastoral interventions
Investigating and responding to behavioural incidents where required
Delivering one-to-one mentoring and student support sessions
Working closely with SLT, safeguarding leads and pastoral teams
Supporting reintegration and behaviour improvement strategies
Maintaining accurate records, reports and safeguarding documentation
Promoting positive behaviour, inclusion and student engagement
Requirements
Experience working with children or young people preferred
Strong communication, organisation and conflict-resolution skills
Calm, resilient and professional approach
Understanding of safeguarding and pastoral support processes
Ability to build trust and positive relationships with students and families
Enhanced DBS on the Update Service or willingness to obtain one
Right to work in the UK
Ideal Backgrounds
Applications are welcomed from individuals with experience in:
Pastoral Support
Behaviour Mentoring
Youth Work
Attendance & Inclusion
Teaching Assistance
Social Care
Family Support Work
SEMH Support
Safeguarding & Student Welfare
What RecruitED People Offer
Weekly pay
Flexible working opportunities
Long-term and permanent positions available
Dedicated consultant support
Opportunities across SEN and mainstream schools
Ongoing safeguarding and compliance support
RecruitED People
Smart recruitment for real education.
Job Title
Pastoral Officer
Location
Birmingham & West Midlands
Salary
£110 - £150 per day
(Dependent on experience and setting)
Contract Type
Full-Time | Part-Time | Temporary | Long-Term & Permanent Opportunities Available
About the Role
RecruitED People are currently recruiting dedicated, resilient and student-focused Pastoral Officers to support secondary, SEN and alternative provision settings across Birmingham and the West Midlands.
The successful candidate will play a key role in supporting student wellbeing, behaviour, attendance and safeguarding, helping pupils overcome barriers to learning and promoting positive engagement within school life.
This role is ideal for individuals with strong interpersonal skills who are passionate about supporting young people both academically and emotionally within education environments.
Because schools are now balancing behaviour management, safeguarding, attendance crises, mental health support and family intervention while still somehow being expected to improve Progress 8 scores. The pastoral team is basically the glue holding the building together while everyone pretends the system is functioning normally.
Key Responsibilities
Supporting students with behavioural, emotional and welfare needs
Managing and improving student attendance and punctuality
Building positive relationships with students, families and external agencies
Supporting safeguarding, wellbeing and pastoral interventions
Investigating and responding to behavioural incidents where required
Delivering one-to-one mentoring and student support sessions
Working closely with SLT, safeguarding leads and pastoral teams
Supporting reintegration and behaviour improvement strategies
Maintaining accurate records, reports and safeguarding documentation
Promoting positive behaviour, inclusion and student engagement
Requirements
Experience working with children or young people preferred
Strong communication, organisation and conflict-resolution skills
Calm, resilient and professional approach
Understanding of safeguarding and pastoral support processes
Ability to build trust and positive relationships with students and families
Enhanced DBS on the Update Service or willingness to obtain one
Right to work in the UK
Ideal Backgrounds
Applications are welcomed from individuals with experience in:
Pastoral Support
Behaviour Mentoring
Youth Work
Attendance & Inclusion
Teaching Assistance
Social Care
Family Support Work
SEMH Support
Safeguarding & Student Welfare
What RecruitED People Offer
Weekly pay
Flexible working opportunities
Long-term and permanent positions available
Dedicated consultant support
Opportunities across SEN and mainstream schools
Ongoing safeguarding and compliance support