Pastoral Support Officer

South Ascot Village Primary School, Ascot, Berkshire, SL5 9EA

47 days remaining to apply

• Start date details

  ASAP

• Closing date

  31 August 2026 at 11:59pm

• Date listed

  15 July 2026

Job details

• Job role:
  • Pastoral, health and welfare
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Working pattern: Part time
• Contract type: Permanent
• Full-time equivalent salary: £24,707.00 Annually (Actual)

Pastoral Support Officer job summary

As our Pastoral Support Officer, you will:

Provide exceptional pastoral support across the school

Take on the role of Deputy or Designated Safeguarding Lead (DDSL/DSL)

Deliver Emotional Literacy Support as the school’s ELSA

Work closely with staff on attendance, behaviour and wellbeing strategies

Support families and manage safeguarding and child protection processes

Collaborate across multidisciplinary teams

This is a fantastic opportunity to have a positive impact in a vibrant school community. If you have a background in education, safeguarding, or emotional literacy, we would love to hear from you. You will work within a supportive leadership team committed to school improvement, where your contribution will be valued and your professional growth encouraged.

About South Ascot Village School

Situated on a beautiful, spacious semi-rural site, South Ascot Village School is a close-knit one-form entry primary school with a specialist SEN Unit, The Canopy, dedicated to autistic pupils. Our extensive grounds — including woodlands, a large playing field, an outdoor swimming pool, and adventurous play equipment — provide a vibrant, stimulating environment where children are encouraged to take safe risks and flourish.

We proudly serve a diverse community with a wide range of needs and backgrounds, including many pupils with SEND, Pupil Premium, and EAL. Our school ethos is built on care, respect, and high expectations, supported by strong partnerships with families, a proactive PTA, and a committed Governing Body. Our House system and School Council foster a sense of belonging and pupil voice, helping every child to feel valued and empowered.

Our vision is simple yet powerful: Together we have strength.

We believe in nurturing curiosity, creativity, resilience, and lifelong learning — qualities we see as essential for every child and adult in our school family.

Why Join South Ascot Village School?

• Work in a happy, welcoming, and inclusive school where every member of the community is valued
• Be part of a supportive, friendly, and committed staff team dedicated to making a difference
• Enjoy a rewarding role that has a real impact on the lives of children and their families
• Benefit from ongoing training and professional development opportunities to enhance your skills and career

What We Offer

• A warm, welcoming school community where staff feel valued and supported
• Opportunities for professional development and career growth within a diverse and inclusive setting
• The chance to make a tangible difference in the lives of autistic pupils and their families
• Access to a beautiful, well-resourced environment that inspires creativity and outdoor learning

Collaborative and committed leadership focused on staff wellbeing and school improvement

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

Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment.

Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance.

Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant):
childcare disqualification
Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS)
medical
online and social media
prohibition from teaching
right to work
satisfactory references
suitability to work with children

You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.

Applying for the job

This school accepts applications through their own website, where you may also find more information about this job.

CVs will not be accepted for this application.

About South Ascot Village Primary School

• Organisation type: Local authority maintained school, ages 4 to 11
• Education phase: Primary school
• Size: 144 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 4 to 11
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• Website: South Ascot Village Primary School website
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/south-ascot-village-primary-school

South Ascot School is a one form entry school community primary school, welcoming children from the age of 3 -11. It is set in a wonderful woodland setting in the heart of Ascot.

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