Pastoral Support Worker

at Red Kite School, Princes Risborough, United Kingdom

Salary

£24,619 a year

Closing date

10 November 2026

Start

November 2026

Type of post

Pastoral and welfare
A support post, not a teaching post.

Contract

Permanent, 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday

First seen

31 October 2026, on a public job listing

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Full Job Description

At OFG Education we work smarter so that you can enjoy the things that matter outside of work

Job Title: Pastoral Support Worker

Location: Red Kite School, Princes Risborough, Buckinghamshire, HP27 0JW

Hours: 40 hours per week | Monday to Friday | 8am - 4pm

Salary: £23,638 per annum (not pro rata)

Contract: Permanent | Term Time Only

Start: November 2026

UK applicants only – no sponsorship available

About the Role

We're looking for a compassionate, resilient, and proactive Pastoral Support Worker to join our dedicated team and help students overcome barriers, build confidence, and achieve success both in and out of the classroom.

This is far more than a support role. It's an opportunity to become a trusted mentor, advocate, and positive role model for young people who may need extra guidance, encouragement, and stability in their lives.

Whether your experience comes from education, youth work, social care, mentoring, coaching, or community support, if you're passionate about helping young people thrive, we'd love to hear from you.

What you will be doing

• Providing 1:1 mentoring and small-group support to help students succeed.

• Supporting students' emotional wellbeing, behaviour, attendance, and engagement with learning.

• Acting as a trusted adult and positive role model throughout the school day.

• Building strong partnerships with families, offering guidance and support where needed.

• Working collaboratively with teachers, senior leaders, and external professionals to meet students' needs.

• Delivering targeted interventions and contributing to individual support plans.

• Monitoring progress and implementing strategies that support positive outcomes.

• Promoting safeguarding and helping to create a safe, nurturing environment where students can flourish.

About You

• Holds GCSE Maths and English (Grade C/4 or above) or equivalent

• Passionate about supporting young people to reach their potential.

• Builds positive, trusting relationships quickly.

• Remains calm, patient, and resilient when faced with challenges.

• Has experience working with children, young people, or vulnerable individuals.

• Is a strong communicator who can work effectively with students, families, and colleagues.

• Can motivate, encourage, and inspire young people.

About Our School

Red Kite School is an independent special school for up to 60 young people aged 11–18 with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs.

Opened in September 2024, the school is located in the beautiful market town of Princes Risborough, Buckinghamshire. We provide a safe, nurturing and supportive environment where every young person is understood, valued and encouraged to thrive.

Our experienced team creates a calm, structured environment where students build confidence, resilience and achieve positive outcomes through personalised learning, high expectations and strong relationships.

Our curriculum develops the knowledge, emotional resilience, social communication and life skills students need to succeed in education, their communities and beyond, helping every young person become a confident learner, responsible citizen and prepared for their future.

We are proud to be a part of OFG Education who in 2025 were officially certified as a ‘Great Place to Work’ for the sixth year running.

About Us

At OFG Education, we believe every student deserves an education designed around who they are. Through high expectations, deep expertise and truly personalised education, we help students realise their potential and prepare for successful futures.

Building on more than 20 years of experience, we are bringing our approach to more students and communities around the world. Across the UK, Iberia and the Gulf, our schools combine the strength, expertise and high standards of an international education group with the individuality of each school and the communities they serve.

Whatever your role, joining OFG Education means contributing to our shared ambition: empowering every student to success through truly personalised education.

About Red Kite School

Type

Independent school

Pupils

27 (school census, 2025/26)

Ofsted

Report card, 10 February 2026: expected standard in 6 areas; safeguarding met

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