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- Copleston High School
- Address: Ipswich, Suffolk IP4 5DH
- Salary: £23,955 - £25,534 pro rata
- Hours: 37 hours per week, 40 weeks per year
- Contract: Permanent. Required as soon as possible
- Reference: 5296
1927 students (includes 328 in the Sixth Form).
About the Role
Copleston High School is seeking 2 caring, resilient, and highly motivated Pastoral Support Workers (non-teaching role) to join our dedicated team. This is an exciting opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of young people by supporting their wellbeing, behaviour, attendance, and personal development.
Working closely with Leaders of Learning, pastoral staff, teachers, families, and external agencies, you will provide day-to-day support for students, helping them overcome barriers to learning and achieve their full potential. You will build positive relationships with students, act as a trusted role model, and contribute to creating a safe, inclusive, and supportive school environment.
The role involves supporting behaviour management, monitoring attendance and punctuality, responding to incidents, and helping students manage social, emotional, and behavioural challenges. You will maintain a visible presence around the school, carry out learning walks, support safeguarding procedures, and work collaboratively with staff to ensure students receive the support they need.
You will also liaise with parents and carers, maintain accurate records, contribute to meetings, and work with external agencies where appropriate. Strong communication skills, excellent organizational ability, and the confidence to remain calm in challenging situations are essential.
In return, you will join a supportive team committed to high standards, student wellbeing, and professional development. This is a rewarding opportunity to have a lasting impact on students’ lives and help them thrive within our school community.
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To find out more
Please read the Job Description (word) https://sccrecruit.blob.core.windows.net/assets/ExtOrgs/Attach/G-Jul/5296-JD-Pastoral-Support-Worker-Copleston-High-School.docx
For an informal discussion about the role, please email David Leach, Director of Behaviour and Attendance on dleach@copleston.suffolk.sch.uk
How to apply
Application forms and Job Description/Person Specification are available from our website https://www.copleston.suffolk.sch.uk/About-Us/Vacancies/ or by calling the HR Team on 01473 277250.
Please email your completed application form to applications@copleston.suffolk.sch.uk
Please note CVs are not accepted.
If you require any assistance or reasonable adjustments during the application or recruitment process, please let us know so that the appropriate arrangements can be put in place.
Closing date: 1 pm, 31 July 2026.
Benefits
As an employee of Oxlip Learning Partnership (the trust), you are automatically enrolled into membership of either the Teachers' Pension Scheme or for support staff, the Local Government Pension Scheme, competitive salary, free parking on school grounds, flexible working opportunities, an Employee Assistance Programme providing confidential wellbeing support, and extensive training and development opportunities to help you grow your career. Above all, you'll join a welcoming and supportive team of colleagues who are passionate about delivering the best outcomes for our students.
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Early applications are encouraged as we reserve the right to interview candidates who meet the essential criteria prior to the closing date and/or to close the opportunity to applicants once we receive sufficient applications.
We value our staff and actively maintain a culture in which respect, empathy, and honesty are the cornerstone of positive relationships throughout the trust.
The Oxlip Trust is committed to safeguarding and protecting the children and young people that we work with. As such, all posts are subject to a safer recruitment process, including the disclosure of criminal records, online checks, and other vetting checks. We ensure that we have a range of policies in place which promote safeguarding and safer working practice across our schools. Child protection training will also need to be undertaken.
Additional Information
For additional information about the trust and this school, please visit our website https://www.copleston.suffolk.sch.uk
Oxlip Learning Partnership promotes equality, diversity, and inclusion in its workforce and encourages applications from all sections of society. We are always keen to hear from talented professionals, at all stages of their career, who believe they can support us in achieving our vision.
The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
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