Pastoral Support Officer
| Company: | Teaching Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Salary: | Not specified |
| Hours: | Full-time |
| Location: | King's Lynn, PE30 4QJ |
| Job type: | Contract |
| Posting date: | 14 Aug 2026 |
| Closing date: | 10 Sept 2026 |
Summary
What skills and experience we're looking for
We are seeking a compassionate and proactive professional to work closely with families, providing early intervention and pastoral support to help pupils overcome barriers to success. Working collaboratively with parents, Academy staff, and external agencies, you will strengthen engagement in education, promote positive attendance, and support children and families to achieve improved wellbeing, inclusion and educational outcomes.About You
• Level 2 qualification in English and Maths
• Level 3 qualification in Education, or equivalent
• Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL) training, or willing to undertake
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Experience within the field of education, social services/welfare or the voluntary sector.
• Knowledge of the social and emotional factors that affect a child's capacity to learn.
• A commitment to safeguarding and supporting the wellbeing of pupils.
What the school offers its staff
At Eastern Multi-Academy Trust (EMAT), we believe that every child deserves an excellent education – and that starts with exceptional staff.
Howard Junior School is a vibrant and caring school located in King’s Lynn. We are proud to work closely with other academies across West Norfolk, Breckland, and Brandon, sharing best practices and resources. Led by a dedicated team of professionals, we strive to create an environment where every pupil can thrive through a stimulating and challenging curriculum. Visit our website to learn more about our values, achievements, and latest updates.
Why Join Us?
At EMAT, you’ll be part of a supportive, forward-thinking Trust that invests in its people and we offer all employees:
• A leadership team who listen and act on feedback.
• High-quality CPD and clear career development pathways.
• A highly trained team to support learning.
• Wellbeing support, including access to employee assistance programmes.
• Family-friendly policies and flexible working opportunities.
• Being part of a Trust that values inclusion, diversity, and collaboration.
• Peace of mind with some of the most generous pension schemes in the job market.
Commitment to safeguarding
Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment. Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance. Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant): childcare disqualification Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) medical online and social media prohibition from teaching right to work satisfactory references suitability to work with children You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.