Pastoral Assistant

Malcolm Arnold Academy is now recruiting for a Pastoral Assistant for our growing Sixth Form provision.

If you are ambitious, inspirational, creative, open-minded and want to be part of our success then we want to hear from you.

We are driven to provide our young people with access to a world-class education and enrichment experiences. Our students benefit from a wealth of opportunities to develop, learn and lead. From the classroom to cultural visits, sports, music and arts and engaging with our local communities, the rich and varied experiences we create help fuel ambition and unlock potential. The education and experiences we offer equips our young people with the leadership skills, team spirit, resilience and confidence to become outstanding citizens.

About the role

As a Pastoral Assistant, you will play an integral role in the support team in raising levels of achievement and standards of behaviour across the academy by promoting a strong sense of positive identity within year/house groups and a sense of belonging across the academy.

You will:

Assist with the development of student participation, involvement & responsibility including:

Student voice elections within the year group

Extra-curricular and community activities within the designated year structure

Encouraging student participation in house and academy events

Assist with the development of the home/ academy partnership through:

Assisting with new student induction

To participate and facilitate in designated open evenings and parent evenings

Overseeing staff/ parent liaison within designated year groups as and when appropriate

Providing data for parents regarding student progress, achievements and concerns according to academy policy and procedures

37 hours per week - Term Time (40 weeks per year) - Permanent contract

About our Academy

Malcolm Arnold Academy,  Northampton

The DRET Way – Crafting an unbeatable learning climate through our Warm:Strict philosophy, we hold un-apologetically high expectations for and of the students in our care. We have clear boundaries, rules and routines because students deserve to feel safe and calm in school.

We value the acquisition of powerful knowledge as a goal in itself, and as an entitlement for all children. We invest significant time and resource into ensuring that students gain a knowledge base that is ambitious in scope so that it can empower them as active citizens of their community now and in the future. Alongside a rigorous and challenging academic curriculum, students are enriched by a broad range of sport, art and musical opportunities.

Our teachers are subject experts and make use of evidence-based research to ensure that they pass on their knowledge to students in the most direct and effective ways, ensuring that it is learnt, remembered and supports every child to achieve their fullest potential.

Salary & Benefits

NJC 12 £22,571 FTE – actual salary £20,243.05

Access to Local Government Pension Scheme

Commitment to employee Health and Wellbeing including dedicated Employee Assistance Programme

Rewards and Recognition Scheme

Cycle to Work Scheme

Who we are looking for 

Educated to a minimum of GCSE Level or equivalent

Strong track record and evidence of continuous professional development

Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing with students, colleagues, clients and academy staff at an appropriate level.

Ability and evidence of the skills required to engage with colleagues in a variety of activities.

Ability to provide clear advice and information to parents/carers, teaching staff and other officers and professionals on matters relating to academy attendance, exclusions,  pastoral support programmes and the education welfare service.

Ability to relate sensitively to students with complex problems and to contribute to a team approach to ensure that students’ needs are considered.

Understanding of need for confidentiality and legal frameworks governing data.

About The David Ross Education Trust

The David Ross Education Trust (DRET) mission is to give every child attending one of our schools a world-class education.

Broadening the horizons of young people by inspiring students to become their confident, academic best via an education that creates academically gifted, confident, well-rounded young people in the classroom, in the workplace and in their communities. 

Whatever your role you will contribute towards creating a rich and exciting learning environment that also offers our students an unrivalled package of sporting and cultural enrichment.

Our aim is to be the country’s top-performing multi-academy trust in the country.  Recognised as a nationwide system leader, the Trust runs 34 schools across the country, ranging from small rural primaries to much larger secondary schools in urban areas, our first All Through school and a special school which caters for pupils aged 2-19 who have a diverse range of special educational needs.

We are incredibly lucky to be able to work alongside outstanding organisations and individuals who are happy to share their expertise and skills in supporting the David Ross Foundation's vision to give children better life chances through access to the best education and support we can give them.

Apply now

To complete our on-line application form, please click on 'apply here '.

Early applications are advised. We receive high numbers of applications for our roles and therefore have to close the vacancy prior to the closing date in order to review candidates' details against our job criteria before shortlisting or re-opening the vacancy.

An enhanced DBS check is required for all successful applicants.

The David Ross Education Trust is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to providing a fair, equitable and mutually supportive learning and working environment for our students and staff.