Pastoral Support and Cover Officer

Contract: Full-Time, Term-Time Only (Temp-to-Perm available)The RoleAre you an empathetic and resilient individual looking to support student well-being in a Preston secondary school? We are seeking a Pastoral Support and Cover Officer to join our team this May.This is a versatile role designed for someone who can manage a classroom during short-term teacher absences while also acting as a key mentor for students requiring social and emotional support. You will be the "go-to" person for maintaining a positive school culture, ensuring that every student feels safe, heard, and ready to learn.Key ResponsibilitiesClassroom Supervision: Provide high-quality cover for pre-set lessons, maintaining behaviour standards and ensuring students remain on task.Pastoral Care: Act as a first point of contact for students experiencing behavioural or emotional difficulties during the day.Student Mentoring: Deliver 1:1 or small group interventions to support students with attendance, confidence, or social skills.Safeguarding: Work closely with the Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL) and Heads of Year to identify and support vulnerable learners.Community Liaison: Build strong relationships with parents and carers to resolve student issues and celebrate successes.What We Are Looking ForExperience: Previous experience in a school, youth work, or a similar pastoral setting is highly valued.Communication: The ability to de-escalate situations and speak with students in a way that builds mutual ..... full job details .....