Pastoral Cover and Student Support Officer

About the Role (FY Area)Are you a resilient and empathetic individual looking to make a real difference in a Blackpool secondary school? We are seeking a Pastoral Cover and Student Support Officer to join our dedicated team this May. This is a dual-impact role where you will bridge the gap between classroom supervision and student well-being. You will provide essential cover for absent teachers while maintaining a high standard of pastoral care, ensuring that learning never stops and that vulnerable students receive the emotional and behavioural support they need to succeed.Key ResponsibilitiesClassroom Cover: Lead pre-planned lessons across various subjects, ensuring a calm and productive environment in line with the academy''s behaviour policy. Pastoral Intervention: Act as a key point of contact for students requiring behavioural or emotional support during the school day. Student Well-being: Work closely with the Head of Year and Safeguarding Lead to monitor attendance, punctuality, and student welfare. 1:1 Support: Facilitate small-group interventions or "check-ins" to help students overcome barriers to learning. What We Are Looking ForExperience: Previous experience working with young people (secondary age) in an educational, youth work, or coaching capacity. Resilience: The ability to handle challenging behaviour with a calm, firm, and fair approach. Adaptability: A professional who can pivot from classroom management to a 1:1 pastoral crisis at a moment''s notice. ..... full job details .....