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We are seeking to appoint a full-time Pastoral Support Coordinator to start from September 2026 on a fixed-term basis until 21 July 2027. The post offers an excellent opportunity to work in a strong pastoral department in our highly successful academy.

The core purpose of the role is to support the pastoral team in maintaining high standards of behaviour, punctuality and engagement across the academy. The role ensures students are in the right place at the right time, supports positive learning behaviours, and intervenes where students require regulation or additional pastoral support.

Personal Qualities

The successful applicant should have qualifications in Maths and English at minimum C grade [or grade 4] GCSE or equivalent Level 2 qualification. It is desirable that the applicant has further relevant qualifications e.g., TA qualification, qualification in childcare or A levels/Level 3 qualifications.

Applicants should be hardworking, enthusiastic and have a high level of commitment and ability to focus on fostering the teaching and learning and personal development of Year 7 to 13 students.

Responsibilities of the Post Holder

Responsibilities of the post holder will be in accordance with the Pastoral Support Coordinator job description.

We can offer you:

· A highly supportive and friendly working environment

· Opportunities for Financial training, development and accreditation.

· Cycle-to-work Scheme

· 24/7 Free Employee Assistance Programme (offering individual support, information and advice including financial, legal and home-life and work-related issues)

· CPD opportunities and Internal Promotion

· Up to 25% Gym Membership

· Free staff car park

· Essex Working Well Wellbeing Service (health and wellbeing support and guidance)

· Access to Workplace Health Champions

· Access to Mental Health First Aiders

Remuneration and Working Time

This is a term-time only position, working 37 hours per week across 39 weeks per year (term time plus INSET days). Working hours are 8:00am to 4:00pm, Monday to Thursday, and 8:00am to 3:30pm on Fridays, with a 30-minute unpaid lunch break each day.

The salary for the Pastoral Support Coordinator role is aligned with the Academy's Support Staff Pay Scale (Band 3, Points 17-25), with a full-time equivalent salary of up to £30,025 per annum. The actual salary for this term-time position is £21,344 per annum, based on Point 17 and inclusive of an allowance for holiday pay.

Application Process

If you are interested in the position and wish to discuss the post prior to application, please email the HR Team at hr@plume.essex.sch.uk to arrange a telephone conversation. We are very proud of our academy and what we can offer new members of our team. The HR Team will be pleased to discuss the post and provide further information about the academy.

To apply please complete the Online Plume Academy application form (https://recruit.sampeople.co.uk/Jobboard/Vacancy/Details?campaignref=SCH-PT-0163). This must be completed and submitted to HR@plume.essex.sch.uk by the closing date stated (unaccompanied CVs or third-party application forms will not be accepted).

Closing Date: Tuesday, 1 September 2026 at 12:00 midday.

Interviews are likely to take place during that week or following week.

Plume Academy remains fully committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment.

Information about the School

Work at a place where you feel valued and recognised. An environment where imagination and creativity counts. Work with us.

Currently the third largest secondary school in Essex as a single academy trust and growing, we are focused on enhancing our future structure and have roles where we are seeking people who can bring fresh perspectives and new variety for the benefits of our students. At Plume Academy you will find the space to develop your talents, the freedom to contribute and the opportunity to grow as part of our welcoming and inclusive family. Employing over 250 staff, from teaching and learning to management and administration, you will find opportunities at every level, across both of our campuses.

Our people share a determination to push boundaries, think differently and achieve more. As an employee, you’ll play a crucial part in assisting with our continual development. In return, we will support, nurture and reward you with benefits from training and development to responsibility recognition.

Plume had a successful Ofsted inspection in November 2023 and was judged a ‘good’ Academy. Ofsted acknowledged the high quality of teaching and excellent relationships in the Academy.

Plume Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. All appointments are therefore subject to satisfactory DBS and Immigration Checks, demonstration of ability, together with the receipt of references.

If you would like to telephone the HR Department prior to completing the application form, they would be pleased to discuss the role in further detail and arrange a visit to the academy.

We look forward to hearing from you!