Pastoral Support Officer

We are looking for a motivated and empathetic Pastoral Support Officer to provide support to students across the school, supporting their wellbeing, behaviour and personal development.  The postholder will work closely with the Assistant Headteacher and wider pastoral team to identify and remove barriers to learning, improve attendance, and contribute to a positive, inclusive school environment.  Our strong pastoral support and commitment to mutual respect enable all our students to discover their strengths and truly develop a life-long love of learning. Chislehurst School for Girls, part of Lumero Educational Trust, is an aspirational place of learning for girls aged 11-18, and boys 16-18, where students have every opportunity to reach their full potential. We are committed to the pursuit of academic excellence and to developing the leaders of tomorrow. Our strong pastoral support and commitment to mutual respect enable all our students to discover their strengths and truly develop a life-long love of learning. We are looking for a colleague who has: • Experience working with young people Strong interpersonal and communication skills Ability to manage challenging behaviour calmly and effectively A good understanding of safeguarding and wellbeing A proactive, supportive, and resilient approach In return we will offer you: • A dedicated and supportive staff team • Polite and welcoming children and families • A working environment where everyone is valued and respected • Excellent CPD within the school and across the Trust Application Process Send all application forms to Mrs Edmunds (Trust HR Officer) at recruitment@chsfg.co.uk or if you have any questions call 020 8300 3156 ext 280. No CVs and no agencies. References will be requested for those shortlisted only and prior to the interview. Only those shortlisted for interview will be contacted. We reserve the right to interview and appoint prior to the closing da