Pastoral Support Worker (Maternity Leave Cover)

Thornden School, Eastleigh, Hampshire, SO53 2DW

20 days remaining to apply

• Start date details

  November 2026 (subject to pre-employment checks)

• Closing date

  11 October 2026 at 11:59pm

• Date listed

  21 September 2026

Job details

• Job role:
  • Pastoral, health and welfare
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Working pattern: Part time: 22 hours per week over 4 days (08:50-14:50) on either Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday OR Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday. Term time only (39 weeks)
• Contract type: Fixed term - Approximately 12 months Maternity Leave - Maternity or parental leave cover
• Pay scale: Grade D (FTE £28,697 - £31,573) (Actual for 22 hrs £14,658 - £16,127)

What skills and experience we're looking for

We are seeking professional individuals who:

• has a genuine commitment to supporting young people and helping them succeed;
• can build positive relationships with students while maintaining clear professional boundaries;
• has excellent communication skills and can work effectively with students, parents/carers, colleagues and external agencies;
• is empathetic, approachable and able to listen without judgement;
• is organised, flexible and able to prioritise effectively in a busy environment;
• can remain calm and resilient when dealing with challenging situations or students experiencing difficult emotions;
• understands the importance of safeguarding, confidentiality and accurate record keeping;
• can work effectively both independently and as part of a wider pastoral team.

What the school offers its staff

In return, we can offer you:

• A positive working environment focused on staff well-being, student welfare, progress and high standards of achievement and behaviour
• Excellent CPD opportunities and Training and Development Programmes
• Eligibility to join the Local Government Pension Scheme
• Access to a fantastic Employee Assistance Programme

Join Thornden School and make a difference in a thriving and supportive environment.

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

The HISP Multi Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All staff and volunteers are expected to share this commitment. Successful candidates will be subject to DBS and other relevant employment checks.
We are committed to equality of opportunity throughout all stages of the recruitment process and ensuring that candidates are treated fairly and lawfully throughout the process.

Applying for the job

Apply for the job by following the link below.

CVs will not be accepted for this application.

Additional documents

If you need these documents in an accessible format, please contact the school.

Pastoral Support Worker - JD Nov 2026.pdf - 162 KB (opens in new tab)

Pastoral Support Worker - PS Nov 2026.pdf - 95.2 KB (opens in new tab)

About Thornden School

• Organisation type: Academy, ages 11 to 16
• Education phase: Secondary school
• Size: 1440 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 11 to 16
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• Website: Thornden School website
• Email address: hr@thornden.hants.sch.uk
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/thornden-school-eastleigh

Thornden is a school where staff, students and parents feel valued. We have a warm community spirit that enables individuals to develop their own talents and abilities, whilst taking the opportunity to try something new and different, without the fear of failure. We have superb teachers and support staff, who take pride in their work and their achievements. They have passion for their subject and an enthusiasm in ensuring that all children in their care reach their full potential.

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