Please note the employer for this position is The Wings CE Trust, not Wigan Council
St Mark’s CE Primary School
Alexander Street
Wigan
WN5 9DS
Salary: Grade 5, £19,398 - £21,297 per annum. £13.90 - £15.31 per hour
32 hours per week, term time working 38 weeks per year
Temporary until August 2026
Required as soon as possible subject to satisfactory references and checks.
To be based at St Mark’s CE Primary School, Alexandra Street, Newtown, Wigan, WN5 9DS
If you want to ‘create a better future’ for children. We are seeking a compassionate, proactive, and dedicated Pastoral Support Worker to join our team at The Wings’ CE Trust. This is a rewarding opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of young people supporting their emotional wellbeing, helping them to overcome barriers to learning, and enabling them to thrive both inside and outside the classroom.
You will work closely with pupils, families, and staff to provide emotional, behavioural, and social support, and to promote a positive, inclusive school culture where every child feels valued and understood.
Job Purpose: To provide pastoral care to, and support pupils for their mental and physical welfare, encouraging positive attitudes and behaviour around the school.
The Purpose of the role:
* To assist in the implementation of the pastoral care and guidance system for the school and provide administrative support.
* To assist in the development and implementation of all safeguarding policies and supporting procedures.
* To liaise with a range of people including parents/carers.
* To assist in the development and implementation of education / behaviour / support / mentoring plans.
* To assist in the assessment of students to identify those in need of particular support.
* To co-ordinate support and intervention strategies and intervention packages, both internal and external, for vulnerable students.
* To manage and co-ordinate the supervision of pupils who are not working to a normal timetable.
* To monitor and evaluate student’s responses and progress against action plans through observation and planned recording and to provide objective and accurate feedback and reports as required.
* To manage record systems and processes and be responsible for child protection documentation.
The successful candidate would:
* Be a team player.
* Fully supports the ethos and aims of the school.
* Be able to adapt and respond appropriately to challenging situations.
* Empathetic, approachable, and a great listener.
* Able to remain calm and professional under pressure.
* Passionate about supporting young people to reach their full potential.
* Knowledgeable about safeguarding, child protection, and the emotional needs of young people.
The Wings’ CE Trust can offer:
* An opportunity to work within a welcoming and enthusiastic environment with wonderful children, supportive staff, governors, and parents.
* A team of dedicated and hardworking staff.
* A welcoming and friendly Christian ethos.
* Excellent CPD opportunities and access to a library of on-line training courses.
* Entry into the Local Government Pension Scheme.
* A range of employee benefits which support your wellbeing that includes a confidential Employee Assistance Programme.
* Staff Flu vaccinations.
Commitment to Safeguarding:
The Wings CE Trust is an equal opportunities employer and are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We hope that after considering the post details and School information available on the website that you choose to apply for the post as you believe you can contribute positively to the department, the ethos of the school and to ensure that our students make the progress we expect.
All appointments are made in accordance with safer recruitment practices and the statutory guidance in Keeping Children Safe in Education. Online checks will be carried out on all shortlisted candidates, and all appointments are subject to an enhanced DBS check, satisfactory references and checks regarding suitability to work with children.
If you require any further information, please contact the school on Tel: 01942 748618
E-mail: recruitment@thewings.org.uk Website:
Closing date: Sunday 7th December 2025
Interview date: To Be Confirmed
This position is subject to Enhanced Disclosure Procedures plus child barred list check
The employer is committed to safeguarding
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