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Pastoral Support Worker

Job Summary
Contract Type:
Term-time only (Permanent)
Working Pattern:
Full time - term time
Advert Start Date:
23/10/2026
Advert End Date:
20/11/2026 12:00
Salary:
Grade 5 SCP18 – SCP 22 £32,578 - £34,811 per annum FTE Actual Salary £27,543.22 - £29,431.12 per annum
Job Category:
Schools - Support
Vacancy ID:
304026
Employment Location:
Barnard Castle
Closing date:
20 Nov
Further Information

Teesdale School and Sixth Form is a part of the North East Learning Trust and is seeking to  appoint a Pastoral Support Worker to join our dedicated team.

We have 700 children across Key Stages 3 and 4 and Post-16. Our small size means that  you can really get to know your students; know who they are; their aspirations, ideas, talents  and dreams, bringing out the best in them, helping to champion their ambitions and giving  them a great start in life. Teesdale School is a place where traditional values of kindness,  respect and hard work take precedence.

We are seeking an enthusiastic, experienced and compassionate Pastoral Support Worker to join our supportive and caring school community. This rewarding role is central to helping  students overcome barriers to learning, achieve their potential and develop and confidence  and resilience to succeed.

You will build positive relationships with students, families, staff and external agencies; providing guidance, encouragement and practical support.   

Our primary aim is for each young person to be both courageous and caring, resilient and determined as they strive for excellence, an active and well-rounded citizen with deep integrity and one who respects others and contributes positively to society. 

Our vision, along with all schools in the Trust, is that every child experience’s excellence every day. 

If you are committed to making a real difference in young people’s lives; we would like to hear from you.  


We are committed to: 
 
  • A vibrant learning community with enthusiastic and engaging students 
  • A positive and caring ethos 
  • An excellent learning environment and resources 
  • A team of hardworking, dedicated and friendly staff where everyone is valued 
  • A supportive and effective governing body 

We will offer you: 
 
  • National Terms and Conditions of Employment  
  • Local Government Pension (for support staff) Scheme  
  • Up to 1 day paid leave for staff wellbeing 
  • Lifestyle Savings – range of discounts from top retail brands 
  • Discounted gym membership 
  • 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme and wellbeing portal 


The successful candidate will: 
 
  • Have experience of working with young people and/or their families in a similar role 
  • Have excellent organisational skills 
  • Have a good level of administrative skills 
  • Have strong data analysis skills 
  • Have excellent communication skills 

Deadline: Friday 20th November 2026 – 12noon   

Interviews will take place week the following week 


How to apply: 

Application packs can be downloaded from our website. 

Application forms should be returned to gemma.jones@teesdaleschool.co.uk or by post to Gemma Jones, Senior Office Manager, Teesdale School, Prospect Place, Barnard Castle, DL12 8HH. You can, if you wish, submit a covering letter to support your application; please  do not submit a CV unless it is to complement your application form. 

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and we expect all staff to share this commitment. All posts will be subject to receipt of satisfactory enhanced DBS disclosure, medical and reference checks. All pre-employment checks are in line with "Keeping Children Safe in Education” and the Trust’s Safeguarding Policy which is available on our website.
 
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