Ormiston Academies Trust
Pastoral Support Assistant EDV/2026/OPA/44255
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Be part of a team where passion meets purpose, as we work together where the challenge is greatest to change the lives and build the futures of children and young people.
Ormiston Park Academy is recruiting for a Pastoral Support Assistant to join the Pastoral Team supporting students in attendance, safety, wellbeing, behaviour, and progress. You will work with a specific year group in these areas to uphold high standards and expectations.
We are looking for someone who believes all students, regardless of ability and circumstances, can be outstanding. In this role, you will champion the importance of education in shaping the future of our young people.
The successful candidate will be able to communicate verbally and in writing with students, parents, external agencies, and the Local Authority. On a daily basis, you will motivate and encourage pupils, whilst also supporting students to develop knowledge dependent on their needs.
About The Academy
Ormiston Park is a small but growing 11-16 Academy. Our vision of ‘Believe and Achieve’ underpins all aspects of academy life in our impressive, well-resourced buildings and grounds. You will join a caring and committed body of staff and enjoy working with friendly and enthusiastic students of whom we are extremely proud. You will play a vital role in providing the highest quality provision and ensuring aspirations become reality.
ASCEND is our on-site center for students who have specific Social, Emotional, and Mental health difficulties. The center caters for students ranging from years 7-11, and there is a high ratio of staff to students compared with mainstream schools. The high ratio allows for very small teaching groups and a percentage of one-to-one sessions where necessary.
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Why work for Ormiston?
Our vision is to create a school system where every child thrives, regardless of background. Our people are at the heart of our approach – they are our greatest asset.
We exist to provide the best learning opportunities every day, in every school for every child. It is the people and teams in our Trust who make this a reality and ensure we have the greatest impact. If you join us at Ormiston, whatever your role, your work will have purpose and meaning.
Ormiston, where every member of staff enjoys…
- The opportunity to build on the legacy of those who came before – being part of one of the longest-standing Trusts, created with the sole purpose of enabling children and young people to thrive
- Working for a Trust nationally recognized for its impact on disadvantaged children – a rewarding, stimulating career where staff are challenged to be the best they can be, for the pupils we are proud to serve
- Being part of a team and community where you belong – being part of a well-resourced and ambitious network of experts and professionals that work at the heart of communities
- A supportive environment to grow your career – an extensive professional development program, alongside flexible working arrangements and generous benefits
Benefits
As a staff member at an Ormiston Academies Trust (OAT) academy, you can expect a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your professional development, personal well-being, and work-life balance. While specific benefits may vary slightly between individual academies, the core offerings across the Trust include:
- A collaborative space where people feel respected, empowered, and truly valued
- A nationwide school network offering shared resources and opportunities
- Flexible working arrangements
- Automatic pay progression
- Generous pension and life cover
- Discounts on retail, travel, and leisure through our benefits platform
- Access to discounts including the Blue Light Card
- Cycle to work scheme
- Access to health and well-being programs, including counseling service
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For further details or to arrange a time to visit the Academy, contact Gloria Ampomah, Academy HR Officer on 01708-865180 or Gampomah@ormistonpark.org.uk.
Please apply using the link above by the published closing date. Interviews will take place shortly after.
Ormiston Park Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share in this commitment. Ormiston Academies Trust embraces diversity and promotes equality of opportunity. Job share, part-time, and flexible working opportunities will be considered.
All successful appointments will be subject to suitability checks in accordance with KCSIE, including identity, Right to Work, qualifications, online searches, prohibition check, two references, and enhanced DBS check including Children’s Barred List.
This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (ROA) 1974. Guidance on the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the Exceptions Order 1975, which provides information about which convictions must be declared during job applications and related exceptions, can be found here: https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/new-guidance-on-the-rehabilitation-of-offenders-act-1974.
All the academy policies can be found here: Policies.
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