Pastoral Assistant

About this RoleCorpus Christi Catholic Academy Trust wishes to appoint a Pastoral Assistant on a permanent basis at Saint Paul's Catholic High School. The role will be full-time for 35 hours per week on a term time only basis over 39 weeks a year. This is an exciting opportunity for someone to provide support to students through managed systems. The main duties of the role are: To be the first point of contact for students attending the pastoral office, responding promptly and effectively to student needs · To support the progress leaders and all relevant staff in their dealings with students The successful candidate will: Have strong moral and ethical principles and values · Be enthusiastic and motivated with an ability to inspire students · Be able to adapt and respond appropriately to challenging situations · Be flexible, open to new ideas, committed to working as part of a team and of course have a good sense of humour We can offer the successful candidate: · An opportunity to work within a welcoming and enthusiastic environment with wonderful children, supportive staff, governors and parents · Close links and group support from the other schools in this forward-thinking Catholic multi-academy trust at this exciting time in our development · An opportunity to be part of a team of dedicated, talented and hardworking individuals · Entry into the Local Government Pension Scheme which is one of the most competitive on the market, with employer contributions of 18.5% · A true commitment to Continuing Professional Development with access to a library of on-line training courses and fully accredited qualifications and opportunities to access other relevant paid training. · A range of employee benefits which support your well-being that includes: o A confidential Employee Assistance Programme which is extended to members of your family o A Health Cash Plan which is paid for by the Trust and gives access to a range of benefits which include covering the costs tow