Pastoral Support Assistant

The Victory Academy, Chatham, Kent, ME4 5JB

6 days remaining to apply

• Start date details

  January 2026

• Closing date

  7 December 2025 at 11:59pm

• Date listed

  28 November 2025

Job details

• Job role:
  • Pastoral, health and welfare
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Working pattern: Full time: 37 hours per week, 38 weeks per year
• Contract type: Permanent
• Pay scale: £23,185 - £26,908 for hours and weeks stated

What skills and experience we're looking for

Do you enjoy working closely with young people, supporting their progress and celebrating their success?

We require aPastoral Support Assistantto join our team atThe Victory Academyproviding support to our Key Stage 3 and 4 students. The successful candidate will work with the Student Services Manager and Pastoral Support Team responsible for the efficient and effective pastoral and behavioural support provision, ensuring every child is supported to achieve their full potential.

This role includes leading on the supervision of our Internal Reflection Room, promoting a positive ethos that support our Behaviour for Learning Policy and students learning.

Other responsibilities include assisting in the promotion of high standards of behaviour and conduct within the Academy and to provide support for colleagues through the enactment of Academy policy and procedure. Supporting colleagues as directed in all aspects of learning, personal development and emotional literacy both within classrooms and in other defined learning environments.

Our Pastoral Support Assistant will;

• Maintain a visible presence about the Academy throughout the day.
• Leading on-call and provide support for incidents when needed.
• Supervisor students before school, during break, lunch and after school.
• Support and monitor interventions for behaviour, learning and achievement.
• Liaison with parents, carers, and staff including HOYs/HODs as appropriate.
• Mentor vulnerable groups of students who are at risk of underachieving.

We would love to hear from you if you’re ready to take on a rewarding role in a supportive environment.

What the school offers its staff

What our Trust will offer you:

• Training:Expanded your skills and knowledge with opportunities for Trust-funded apprenticeships and training courses.
• Staff Wellbeing Focus: Access our 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme, free flu vaccinations, and eye care vouchers.
• Fitness and Wellness:Enjoy reduced membership fees for our fully-equipped fitness suite and classes.
• Refer a Friend: Spread the word and benefit financially from our Refer a Friend Scheme.
• Blue Light Card:School staff can now access the Blue Light Card for discounts across awide range of categories including holidays, cars, days out and much more!
• TSAT Benefits Portal: a one-stop shop benefits hub that gives you access to a range of exclusive benefits including employee discounts, Cycle to Work Scheme and Discounted Gym Membership.

Further information about the job

The candidate will be required to undergo a full enhanced DBS check and must be eligible to work in the UK.

Visas cannot be sponsored.

If you're interested in teaching or training to teach in England as an international citizen, we can help you understand your next steps.

Commitment to safeguarding

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check.

Applying for the job

Apply for the job by following the link below.

CVs will not be accepted for this application.

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About The Victory Academy

• School type: Academy, ages 11 to 18
• Education phase: Secondary
• School size: 1221 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 11 to 18
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• School website: The Victory Academy website
• Email address: Aimee.Green@victoryacademy.tsat.uk
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/the-victory-academy

At The Victory Academy, we pride ourselves on being a welcoming and caring school. Our strong staff-pupil relationships create an environment where students know that we’ve got their back and genuinely care about their well-being - even those who find learning challenging. Here, pupils celebrate and respect each other’s uniqueness, echoing one student’s sentiment:

“You can be who you want to be here.” (Ofsted 2023)

Our site and buildings provide an inspiring backdrop for growth and discovery. With excellent resources at your fingertips, you’ll thrive as an educator. We boast a robust arts education program, including a prestigious Platinum Artsmark award—an achievement held by less than 1% of schools in England.

We believe in the individuality of each person. Every member of our community possesses unique gifts and talents, which we nurture and channel. Our curriculum ensures that all students, regardless of their starting points, achieve their academic potential. When they leave The Victory Academy, they’ll be dynamic contributors to society.
Join us in shaping the future! Apply today and be part of our vibrant educational community.

This is an exciting time to join us as we expand our Sixth Form provision with new state-of-the-art facilities for our growing Sixth Form, together with establishing a Specialist Resource Provision (SRP) intended for students requiring additional support for Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH).

Arranging a visit to The Victory Academy

To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email Aimee.Green@victoryacademy.tsat.uk.

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