Pastoral Assistant (UAE National) at International… · Aspen…

Pastoral Assistant - Key Responsibilities :

Student Well-Being & Support :

• Provide day-to-day pastoral support to students, offering guidance and emotional support as needed.

• Build positive relationships with students, helping them navigate academic, social, and personal challenges.

• Support students during difficult situations, including mental health concerns, bullying incidents, or family-related issues.

• Refer students to the appropriate professionals, such as counselors or external agencies, when necessary.

• Monitor and support students' attendance and punctuality, following up on unexplained absences and offering support as needed.

• Assist with the transition of students between year groups or into the school.

Behavior and Conduct :

• Work with students to promote positive behavior, ensuring adherence to the school's code of conduct and disciplinary policies.

• Support students in developing positive social skills and conflict-resolution techniques.

• Assist teachers in managing student behavior, supporting the implementation of behavior management plans when necessary.

• Help create and maintain a positive school culture, supporting inclusivity, respect, and responsibility.

Mentorship & Guidance :

• Act as a mentor to students, providing a listening ear and offering advice or guidance on personal development, friendships, and school life.

• Assist with academic and personal goal setting, helping students build resilience, motivation, and self-esteem.

• Coordinate or support small group mentoring sessions or peer-support programs for students.

• Promote student leadership and personal development opportunities, such as through student councils or other extracurricular activities.

Liaison and Communication :

• Communicate regularly with parents, guardians, and families regarding students’ well-being, behavior, and academic progress.

• Work closely with teaching staff, counselors, and other pastoral staff to provide holistic support to students.

• Support school communication, including newsletters, letters to parents, or updates on pastoral care initiatives.

Pastoral Programs and Events :

• Assist in the planning and implementation of pastoral programs, events, and workshops that support students’ emotional, social, and academic growth.

• Organize and support extracurricular activities that promote student engagement, including clubs, team-building events, or awareness campaigns (e.g., mental health days, anti-bullying programs).

• Contribute to the delivery of assemblies, workshops, and pastoral curriculum lessons on topics such as mental health, wellbeing, relationships, and citizenship.

Student Safeguarding :

• Be vigilant for signs of safeguarding issues and follow the school’s safeguarding policies to protect students from harm.

• Report any concerns about a student’s welfare to the Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL) in a timely and appropriate manner.

• Attend safeguarding and child protection training to stay current on relevant protocols and procedures.

Administrative Support :

• Maintain accurate records of pastoral support and interventions, documenting concerns, meetings, and outcomes.

• Assist with the preparation of reports on students’ progress, welfare, and behavior for pastoral meetings, parent-teacher conferences, and other school-related purposes.

• Help manage student records, ensuring they are up-to-date and confidential.

Skills, Qualifications and Experience

Qualifications :

• A minimum of a high school diploma (or equivalent) is required.

• A degree or diploma in Education, Social Work, Psychology, or a related field is highly preferred.

• Previous experience working with young people in an educational or pastoral setting is preferred.

Skills :

• The ability to develop good personal relationships within a team.

• An effective and experienced communicator (written and verbal) to a variety of audiences.

• High level of IT competency.