Pastoral Support Assistant

Grade 4 (scale point 19-21) £21,198 – £22,425 (actual pro rata salary £17,929 - £18,967)

36 hours per week / 8.00am – 4.00pm (includes a lunch break) 

Term time only 

Shirley High School is a proud multicultural school with an established reputation of integrity and excellence.  Our school is at the heart of a vibrant and diverse community, with over 1000 students benefiting from our fabulous site and leafy surroundings.  Along with our clear values and ethos this helps to create a positive learning environment for both students and staff.  We also benefit from excellent transport links to London and the surrounding areas plus an onsite gym and ample free parking.

Shirley High School is seeking to appoint a Key Stage 3 Pastoral Support Assistant and a Key Stage 4 Pastoral Support Assistant, from September 2022.  We are looking to appoint a committed, enthusiastic individual to join our Pastoral team.  To provide support to students and parents / carers in terms of positive behaviour, attitude, attendance, physical wellbeing and pastoral care to enable students to make relevant progress and engage in their learning.

Previous experience of working with children (11-16) preferably in an educational setting is required.  The successful candidates will have a calm and tactful approach, ability to work to tight deadlines and be emotionally resilient.

We offer excellent working conditions with key benefits that include:

• Cycle to Work scheme;

• Significant departmental investment;

• Staff Mentoring;

• Staff car park on site;

• Fitness Suite;

• A strong focus on the professional development of all staff within our school;

• A staff wellbeing programme.

Should you genuinely believe you have the skills to perform this role to the highest possible standards then we would be delighted to hear from you.  Please contact us to arrange a tour of the school or speak with our Principal.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.  More information can be downloaded from our website www.shirley.croydon.sch.uk  

Full details/application form available from:  www.shirley.croydon.sch.uk.  Completed application forms can be sent via email to: principalspa@shirley.croydon.sch.uk

Closing date: Monday 18 July 2022 although please be aware that the listing will be closed as soon as sufficient applicants have been received.

SHIRLEY HIGH SCHOOL PERFORMING ARTS COLLEGE

Address:  Shirley Church Road Croydon CR0 5EF

Tel:  020 8656 9755

Web:  www.shirley.croydon.sch.uk

Email:  office@shirley.croydon.sch.uk

Principal:  Mr T Myton

Shirley High School is a company limited by guarantee and registered in England and Wales.  Company No. 7837778.  Registered Office:  Shirley High School, Shirley Church Road, Shirley, Croydon, CR0 5EF