Pastoral Support Assistant – Secondary School – Hayes – September 2026 Start – Full-Time

Are you passionate about supporting young people and helping them overcome barriers to learning?

Do you have the resilience, empathy, and communication skills needed to make a positive impact on students' wellbeing, behaviour, and personal development?

Tradewind Recruitment is partnering with a welcoming and inclusive secondary school in Hayes seeking to appoint a dedicated Pastoral Support Assistant from September 2026. This full-time role is ideal for graduates, youth workers, mentors, or individuals considering a future career in education, counselling, psychology, social work, or pastoral care.

This is a rewarding opportunity to become a valued member of a supportive pastoral team, helping students thrive both academically and personally while taking responsibility for a form group within a designated year group.

The Role

As a Pastoral Support Assistant, you will work closely with students, pastoral leaders, teachers, and families to ensure that every student receives the support they need to succeed. You will also act as a Form Tutor for a designated year group, playing a key role in students' daily school experience and personal development.

Your day-to-day responsibilities will include:

• Acting as a Form Tutor for a designated year group, delivering daily registration and pastoral sessions
• Building positive relationships with students and acting as a trusted adult within the school
• Monitoring attendance, punctuality, behaviour, and wellbeing within your form group
• Providing pastoral and emotional support to students across KS3 and KS4
• Working one-to-one and in small groups with students who require additional support
• Assisting with behaviour management and restorative conversations
• Supporting students who may be experiencing social, emotional, or mental health challenges
• Liaising with teachers, pastoral leaders, parents, and external agencies where appropriate
• Monitoring student progress and contributing to support plans and interventions
• Promoting positive behaviour, resilience, and student wellbeing across the school
• Helping to create a safe, inclusive, and supportive learning environment
• Supporting the organisation of assemblies, enrichment activities, and year group events

Who the School is Looking For

The school is keen to hear from enthusiastic and compassionate individuals who are committed to supporting young people.

You should have:

• A degree or relevant experience working with young people
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Strong organisational skills and the ability to remain calm under pressure
• A positive, resilient, and proactive approach
• The ability to build rapport quickly and effectively with students
• A genuine passion for supporting young people's wellbeing and development
• Confidence leading a form group and acting as a positive role model
• Previous experience in education, youth work, mentoring, coaching, social care, or similar settings is desirable but not essential

Why Apply?

• Join a supportive and inclusive secondary school in Hayes
• Take ownership of a form group and play a key role in students' personal development
• Make a genuine difference to students' wellbeing, confidence, and success
• Gain valuable experience for careers in education, psychology, counselling, social work, or pastoral care
• Work alongside experienced pastoral leaders and school staff
• Full-time, term-time only role with a September 2026 start
• Opportunity for long-term progression and professional development
• Be part of a school community that values student wellbeing and personal growth

How to Apply

If you are passionate about supporting young people and would like to make a meaningful impact within a school setting, this could be the perfect opportunity for you.

For more information, please contact Elizabeth Topley at