EXTERNAL VACANCY
Pastoral & Safeguarding Officer (KS3)
Grey Court School · Richmond, England
- Pay
- £40,226.00 - £42,107.00 Annually (Actual)
- Working pattern
- Full-time
- Profession
- Care
- Closing date
- 03/11/2026
About this opportunity
Grey Court School is advertising this Pastoral & Safeguarding Officer (KS3) role in Richmond. Read the full duties, working arrangements, eligibility requirements and application instructions on Teaching Vacancies.
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Work described by the advertiser
As a Pastoral & Safeguarding Officer (KS3), you will be an integral member of the Pastoral & Safeguarding Team at Grey Court School. In this role, you will work closely with the Director of Wellbeing, Lead Pastoral & Safeguarding Officer, Head of Year, Phase Leaders, and the Inclusion team. Your main responsibility will be to support KS3 students, building strong, trusting relationships with vulnerable individuals and helping them to achieve their full potential.
You will lead on safeguarding duties and early intervention, focusing on removing barriers to learning through targeted support, casework, and effective liaison with parents and external agencies. Providing practical and emotional support will be a key aspect of your role, as well as developing behaviour and wellbeing interventions. You will promote restorative approaches to resolve conflicts and repair relationships, contributing to a positive school ethos and a calm learning environment where students feel safe, listened to, and supported.Selected extracts from the original advertiser, via Teaching Vacancies.
Experience and qualifications mentioned
The ideal candidate for this position will have proven experience working with young people in a related field, and a strong understanding of safeguarding principles and practices. Exceptional communication skills are essential, allowing you to build positive relationships with students, parents, staff, and external partners in a calm and empathetic manner. You should be resilient, organised, and able to work independently while managing pressure and paying close attention to detail.
A restorative mindset is crucial, characterised by a non-judgemental, reflective approach focused on helping students learn from their mistakes and move forward positively. An undergraduate degree is essential. Relevant further or higher education qualifications are desirable, with knowledge of wellbeing initiatives and restorative approaches viewed as advantageous. If you do drive, a clean driving licence is required as you may need to travel for school business. Finally, you should share Grey Court’s commitment to equality, inclusion, and high expectations for all students.Selected extracts from the original advertiser, via Teaching Vacancies.
Working arrangements and application details
36 hours per week, 44 weeks per year ( Term time plus 5 weeks)
NJC SO2 point range 26-28 (£40,226 - £42,107 Actual pro rata salary)Selected extracts from the original advertiser, via Teaching Vacancies.
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