Pastoral Support Assistant – Secondary School | Dudley | September 2025 Start Full-Time | Long-Term with Potential to Go Permanent | Term-Time Only | Competitive Pay Are you passionate about supporting young people and helping them overcome barriers to learning? We are working with a welcoming mainstream secondary school in Dudley that is seeking a dedicated Pastoral Support Assistant to join their team from September 2025. This is a fantastic opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of students by supporting their wellbeing, attendance, and behaviour within a supportive school environment. Key Details: * Position: Pastoral Support Assistant * Location: Dudley, West Midlands * Start Date: September 2025 * Contract: Full-Time, Term-Time Only | Long-Term with potential for permanent appointment * Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience About the School: * A diverse and inclusive mainstream secondary school * Strong leadership team with a clear focus on pastoral care and wellbeing * Positive relationships between staff and students * Supportive environment with opportunities for training and professional growth Responsibilities: * Provide support to students with social, emotional, or behavioural needs * Work closely with the pastoral team, safeguarding leads, and teaching staff * Help monitor attendance, punctuality, and behaviour across year groups * Build positive relationships with students and act as a mentor * Support restorative conversations and interventions * Liaise with parents, carers, and external agencies where required ✅ Ideal Candidate: * Experience working with young people in a pastoral, mentoring, or support capacity (school-based experience desirable) * Strong communication and interpersonal skills * Patient, empathetic, and able to build trust with students * Able to remain calm and professional in challenging situations * A team player, committed to supporting the school’s ethos and safeguarding policies Why Work With Us? * Access to pastoral and support staff roles across Dudley and the West Midlands * Specialist guidance from experienced education consultants * Support with CV writing, applications, and interview preparation * Competitive weekly pay Be the difference that helps students thrive both inside and outside the classroom. Apply today to secure this Pastoral Support Assistant role in Dudley for September 2025