Pastoral Support Officer Location: Skelmersdale Contract: Full-time | Temporary to Permanent We are seeking a confident and resilient Pastoral Support Officer to join a specialist secondary education setting in Skelmersdale on a temporary-to-permanent basis. This role is well suited to individuals with a strong background in pastoral care, behaviour support, or youth intervention, particularly those with experience from the police, armed forces, or similar uniformed services. You will play a key role in supporting pupils with social, emotional, and behavioural needs, helping them to engage positively with education and develop the skills needed to succeed both in and out of the classroom. The Role: Providing pastoral and behavioural support to secondary-aged pupils Supporting students during periods of dysregulation and implementing de-escalation strategies Acting as a positive role model and trusted adult Working closely with teaching staff, SEN teams, and external agencies Supporting attendance, engagement, and emotional wellbeing Contributing to a calm, structured, and safe school environment About the School: A specialist secondary provision supporting pupils with additional needs Strong focus on behaviour regulation, structure, and routine Small class sizes and high levels of staff support Supportive leadership team committed to staff development and pupil outcomes The Ideal Candidate: Expe...