Job Title: Pastoral Assistant
Location: Park School, Chipping Norton, OX7 5QH
Hours: 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday, 8.30am - 4.30pm
Salary: Up to £25,000 per annum (depending on experience, not pro rata)
Contract: Permanent, Term Time Only
Start Date: September 2026
Applicants: UK only – no sponsorship available
About the Role
We’re looking for a dedicated and compassionate Pastoral Assistant to join our team at Park School and play a key role in supporting pupils’ behaviour, wellbeing and engagement. This is more than a support role — it’s your chance to build relationships, change outcomes and help young people succeed every day.
Key Responsibilities
Support to Students
* Providing 1:1 and group support for pupils at risk of disengagement
* Helping pupils understand and develop positive behaviour and responses
* Supporting during lessons, breaks, lunchtimes and educational visits
* Calmly de‑escalating challenging situations and promoting reflection
Support to Staff
* Acting as a positive role model for pupils and colleagues
* Working closely with teachers, pastoral leads and external professionals
* Monitoring progress and contributing to behaviour support plans
* Recording and reporting key information to support pupil outcomes
* Assisting with incident follow‑up, incl. gathering statements when needed
Qualifications
* GCSE English and Maths or equivalent
* Calm, patient and confident in challenging situations
* Passionate about supporting young people and improving outcomes
* Strong communicator who builds positive relationships easily
* Proactive, reflective and able to work as part of a team
* Committed to inclusion, safeguarding and high standards
About Us
Park School is an independent specialist day school in Chipping Norton for boys and girls aged 7–18 with social, emotional and mental health (SEMH) needs. We provide personalised education in small classes, helping pupils re‑engage with learning and achieve positive outcomes. Our holistic approach builds confidence, resilience, and academic progress. At Park School, we support every pupil to develop the skills and self‑belief needed for a successful future.
Benefits
* Life Assurance
* Pension scheme with options to increase contributions
* “Your Wellbeing Matters” – mental health support and physical health checks
* Flexible Benefits Platform (Vista), including
* Health, wellbeing and insurance benefits
* Hundreds of UK and international discounts
* Cycle to Work Scheme & Electric Car Purchase Scheme
* Critical illness cover
* Family Growth Support, including enhanced maternity/paternity leave and paid fertility treatment support
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