Job Introduction
William Farr Church of England Comprehensive School is seeking to appoint a Term Time Pastoral Support Assistant to join our highly successful school.
At William Farr Church of England Comprehensive School, our vision is to enable every member of our community to experience "life in all its fullness" (John 10:10) through exceptional education, encouragement and effort. We are committed to excellence, ensuring all students and staff are known, valued and supported to achieve their potential.
Our core values guide everything we do:
Compassion | Friendship | Perseverance | Respect | Responsibility | Wisdom
Job Information:
· Permanent
· Term Time, 5 days (37 hours) – Monday to Thursday: 8:15am – 4:15pm and Friday: 8:15am - 3:45pm
· Salary - £22,959.35 - £23,620.41 (FTE Grade 4 £26,846.49 - £27,620.44)
· Start date: TBC
We currently have an exciting opportunity for a qualified and enthusiastic term time Pastoral Support Assistant to join this thriving and highly successful department. The postholder will support the pastoral needs of pupils across all year groups to ensure that behaviour, safety, well-being and attendance targets are met for these students.
Please see the job description and person specification for full details of what is required for this role.
We can offer you:
• Access to the Local Government Pension Scheme
• A very supportive team with a passion for continuous improvement
• A commitment to professional development
• A collaborative working environment
• Comprehensive wellbeing support through our Employee Assistance
Programme
• Free on-site parking
To apply:
Please complete the support staff application form and email: hr@wfarr.uk
· Closing Date: 2nd November 2026
· Shortlisting: w/c 2nd November 2026
· Interviews: w/c 9th November 2026
William Farr School is committed to the safeguarding of children, and all posts within school are exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. Applicants are required to disclose information concerning all convictions, including those which would otherwise be considered as ‘spent’. The successful candidate will be required to complete a Disclosure & Barring check in line with the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (ROA) 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 and the Police Act Regulations.
References will be taken prior to interview in line with our Keeping Children Safe in Education obligations.
Fluency Duty
In accordance with Part 7 of the Immigration Act 2016 (Fluency Duty), the ability to converse at ease with customers and provide advice in accurate spoken English is essential for the post.
The school advertising the vacancy will contact you directly regarding the outcome of your application and any interviews. When interviews are taking place schools will follow all Government and Public Health England Guidelines.
All shortlisted candidates will need to verify their eligibility to work in the UK at interview.
