Pastoral Assistant - Secondary School - long term contract with a view to going permanent. This is an exciting opportunity for an individual with pastoral experience who is keen to make a significant contribution to the development of students in a thriving Manchester Secondary School.We are looking for a resilient and passionate Assistant Head of Year/Pastoral Assistant to support pupils achieve their full potential starting in September. If you have pastoral or SEND experience we would love to hear from you. You will have high expectations as an Assistant Head of Year, supporting students to achieve their full potential academically, socially and emotionally. You will promote excellent behaviour and attendance, acting as a key positive support for students in your year group.Assistant Head of Year - About the role Support students in an emotional, academic and social capacity Uphold excellent standards for behaviour and attendance Promote the schools values and ethos Deal with any safeguarding concerns appropriately and sensitively Work with class teachers and senior leaders to support pupils Liaise with parents regarding progress Encourage and motivate pupils Long term position - Start in September Paid 105- 115 a dayAssistant Head of Year - Requirements Relevant pastoral experience working in KS3 and KS4. Excellent communication skills. Resilience and empathy Excellent behaviour management skillsThis secondary school is based in Manchester, easily accessible from surrounding areas via public transport.If you are passionate about making a difference and would like to find out more about this non-teaching Assistant head of year position, please apply now! Send your CV to Holly at Aspire People.Aspire People Limited provides services as an Education Agency and an Education Employment Business. Aspire People is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and expects every candidate to share this commitment. Placements are subject, to appropriate Child Protection screening, including checks with former employers and the Disclosure and Barring Checks.