37 hours per week, 39 weeks per year

Grade TBC

Required from September 2025 to lead our highly skilled student services team who provide a high standard of pastoral care to students in years 7 – 11 and to forge effective links with students’ parents to support students’ learning and welfare. This role requires an inspiring individual who has the qualities to motivate and encourage our students, as well as the wider staff team, as we are committed to improving the lives of pupils and young people.

The post would suit a practitioner with experience of working in a school environment with proven pastoral support skills.

The job will involve working with students on a personal level over a wide range of issues.  A key aspect of the role will be the liaison with parents and members of teaching staff.

What we offer:  

• A collaborative pastoral team that is innovative and supportive    
• A diverse and inclusive community, where we can all be ourselves and succeed on merit
• An ideal opportunity to work in a friendly and supportive environment.

We need you to be:   

• Confident, professional and approachable, with an excellent work ethic and desire to go above and beyond 
• Able to liaise with external and internal stakeholders, including staff, students, parents/carers and the wider community.
• Professional and have a desire to make a difference to the lives, aspirations, and opportunities of our young people.
• Able to meet deadlines and have a flexible approach to conflicting priorities

Closing date for applications: Friday, 6 June 2025 at 9am.

Letter from the headteacher

Job Description

Person Specification

Application form - support staff 

Magdalen College School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment.  All successful applicants will be subject to an enhanced CRB check.

No Agencies. No CVs accepted.