Pastoral Assistant

Colchester County High School for Girls

Norman Way, Colchester, Essex, CO3 3US. Tel: Fax:

Pastoral Assistant

37 hours per week

Term time only plus non-pupil days and 10 days summer holiday working

Scale 6 Point 13-18

Actual Salary - £26,143 - £28,368 (£29,064 - £31,537 FTE)

Required: September 2026

Closing Date: Monday 13 July at 12.00 noon. interviews will take place for suitable candidates on receipt of application.

An opportunity has arisen for the position of Pastoral Assistant to start in September 2026 to provide support to students and parents in terms of positive behaviour, attitude, attendance, physical wellbeing and pastoral care to enable students to make relevant progress and engage in their learning.

The successful applicant will be a committed team player with strong administrative and interpersonal skills. The role will involve providing pastoral support for a Key Stage (to be determined). In addition, to support the Pastoral Leader with administration for the relevant year groups.

A working knowledge of a school environment, policies and procedures, including attendance, would be a distinct advantage as well as experience of dealing with external agencies.

Colchester County High School for Girls is a selective girls' grammar school and lead school for Alpha Trust. This school is a stimulating and friendly environment to work in, with an established programme of staff induction, training and development opportunities across Alpha Trust and Alpha Teacher Development.

Colchester County High School for Girls is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful applicant will be required to undertake an enhanced criminal record check by the DBS.