Transitions Officer / Transition Teacher
Location: East London
Salary: £30,000-£35,000 per annum (DOE)
Contract: Full-time | Long-term / Permanent
Start: ASAP or next term
Support the students who need it most, before problems start.
We're working with a secondary school looking to appoint a Transitions Officer / Transition Teacher to support students moving from Year 6 into Year 7, with a strong focus on pupils who need additional reassurance, structure, or advocacy during transition.
This role sits at the intersection of pastoral care, safeguarding, SEN, and family engagement. It suits a teacher looking to move into a pastoral role, or a high-level support professional with experience supporting vulnerable students and families.
What the role involves:
Supporting students transitioning from primary to secondary education
Working closely with Year 6 pupils, parents, and carers before and during transition
Supporting students with SEN, EAL, MFL needs, anxiety, or attendance concerns
Acting as a consistent point of contact for families with transition-related worries
Liaising with primary schools, SENCOs, pastoral leads, and safeguarding teams
Supporting induction days, transition programmes, and early interventions
Identifying risks early and contributing to safeguarding and support plans
Who this role suits:
A qualified teacher looking for a pastoral-focused role
A safeguarding, SEN, or inclusion professional with school-based experience
Someone confident working with families and external agencies
Calm, organised, and able to build trust quickly with students and parents
Strong understanding of inclusion, behaviour, and student wellbeing
QTS is desirable but not essential for candidates with the right experience.
Why schools value this role:
Prevents behaviour, attendance, and wellbeing issues later on
Improves engagement and confidence in Year 7
Strengthens relationships with families from the start
Supports whole-school inclusion and safeguarding
If you're passionate about student wellbeing and want to make a measurable impact at a critical point in a young person's education, send your CV to Brad at Empowering Learning