Pastoral Support Officer

About Us

Everyone at Dormston has a pivotal role to play in creating a vibrant and dynamic school. We have high aspirations for pupils and staff alike and believe that if you try hard; the sky is the limit. We aim to inspire confident, motivated students who have a passion for learning and are fully equipped to contribute to society.

Our school was rated Good by Ofsted in June 2022 who commented on Dormston's "harmonious and cohesive community". Our school had a caring and positive culture that ensures everyone is supported and encouraged. Our school vision 'Knowledge is strength' threads seamlessly through all aspects of our school.

We are very aware that happy staff make a happy school and therefore we nurture talent that inspires, motivates, and ignites young minds. All our staff benefit from personalised professional development pathways as we aim to shape school leaders of the future.

The Role Pastoral Support Officer

Salary: Grade 6 Points 12 - 17 (22.5 hours per week (8.00am - 4.00pm). Term Time Only (39 weeks). Days to be agreed at point of interview. (£15,146.09 - £16,728.73) Actual Pro Rata Salary dependent on years of service. As at 1 April 2026 salary details will change with inflation. Please note the salary is term only and there will be an adjustment for holiday pay.)

Location: Dormston School, Mill Bank, Dudley, West Midlands, DY3 1SN

We are looking for an individual who is motivated and caring to provide support with the pastoral care of the students. This role works closely with students to help them overcome barriers to learning, both inside and outside of the school, to achieve their full potential.

As a Pastoral Support Worker your role will be to create and maintain a purposeful, structured, and nurturing environment where students feel safe to learn. Leading and modelling best practice and driving strategies which support students' personal development as well as becoming a vital member of our wider pastoral team and contributing to all aspects of pastoral care, welfare, and guidance for our students' cohort.

You should have experience of working with children, good communication skills and an ability to work under pressure.

It really is worth seeing Dormston at its best during the working day and visits are warmly welcomed. Please contact Mrs Otton, Head Teacher's PA if you would like to arrange a visit or for an informal discussion on .

CLOSING DATE: Wednesday 15 April 2026 at Midnight

START DATE: ASAP

Dormston School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Please note that this post is subject to Enhanced DBS Clearance and qualification checks.

Key Requirements Skills & Experience

• Working knowledge of relevant policies and legislation.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Experience of working in a school or with young people.
• Good numeracy, literacy, and ICT skills.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of the children; therefore, the post is subject to medical clearance and an enhanced DBS check under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.

All applicants must be able to provide documentation to prove their right to work in the UK.

Please note: Dudley MBC does not currently offer sponsorship for candidates without the Right to Work in the UK.

Effective from September 2022, KCSIE states as part of the shortlisting process schools and colleges should consider carrying out on-line searches, as part of the due diligence on shortlisted candidates. This is to determine suitability to work with children and keep them safe. All shortlisted candidates are now subject to an on-line check and if there is anything concerning, then the shortlisted candidate will be asked to comment on it either prior to or at interview.

N.B. We reserve the right to close this vacancy prior to the advertised date should we receive a large number of applications.

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Attached documents: Pastoral Manager Job Description & Person Specification