Pastoral Support Assistant

St Teresa's; Chelmsford; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A local educational institution in Chelmsford is seeking a dedicated Assistant Pastoral Manager to join their innovative Pastoral Team. This role emphasizes valuing every student and delivering exceptional pastoral care. The successful candidate will work closely with experienced managers and leaders, contributing to a supportive educational environment. This full-time position promises a devoted involvement in students' development and a commitment to professional growth.

Qualifications

• Well-qualified, passionate, and committed to professional development.
• Experience in pastoral care or support roles is preferred.
• Ability to work collaboratively within a team.

Responsibilities

• Join the pastoral team to ensure every student is known and valued.
• Deliver outstanding pastoral care across the school.
• Engage with students, parents, and staff to support student development.

Job description

Job Ref No. ECC4480-724

Position Type: Teaching/Child Support

Pay Range: Scale 6, Points 12 - 17

Position Start Date: 01/03/2026

Contract Type: Full-time/Part-time, Term: Permanent

Application Close: 21/01/2026 Midnight

About the role

We are looking for a well‑qualified, passionate and committed Assistant Pastoral Manager, who values continuing professional development, to join our highly successful and innovative Pastoral Team. This is a superb opportunity to work with our skilled, experienced pastoral managers and Standards and Progress Leaders who consistently deliver outstanding pastoral care across the school. Our ethos is that ‘every student is known and known well’ and the pastoral team play a pivotal role in ensuring this is the case on a daily basis.

This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check and is not open to anyone who has been barred in any way from working with children.

Work Schedule

37 hours per week, Monday – Thursday 8:30 am – 4:30 pm, Friday 8:30 am – 4 pm
Term time, inset days and 2 weeks additional working

How to Apply

To apply for the role, please complete the application form, demonstrating how your skills and experience match the criteria in the Job Description and Person Specification and return directly to Moulsham High School.

Application guidance notes are also available to assist you with completing your application.

Informal enquiries regarding the role can be made to Tina Mayo, Headteachers PA ([e-mail]).

Contact: 01245 260101 | Email: [e-mail] | Website: moulshamhigh.org

Information about the School

Moulsham High School is a thriving, inclusive community that welcomes students, parents, staff and visitors from all backgrounds. Our ethos is for students of all abilities to feel valued so that they can reach their potential, not only academically but also as well‑rounded individuals prepared for life in the modern world and able to contribute positively to local and wider communities. We are a high‑performing comprehensive school with outstanding quality of education and a calm, productive atmosphere making it an enjoyable place to be.

We are part of the Bridge Academy Trust, a collegiate and collaborative trust committed to safeguarding, promoting welfare of children and young people, and prioritising staff development.

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Contact

Julia Mead
Moulsham High School
Brian Close, Chelmsford
Essex, CM2 9ES

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Email: [e-mail]