Pastoral Mentor
Salary information: G5, £25,832 - £27,503 per annum (depending on experience)
Work pattern: 35 hours per week, Term time only (38 weeks)
Work hours: Monday - Friday, 8:15am - 4:15pm (1 hour unpaid break)
Start date: September 2025
About the Role
Are you passionate about making a real difference in children’s lives? Do you have a talent for supporting children and families through life’s challenges? Can you see the world through a child’s eyes and guide them with empathy and care? If so, this role could be the perfect fit for you.
We are seeking a Pastoral Mentor to join our outstanding team at Pinner Wood School. This is a unique and impactful role, central to supporting the emotional, social, and behavioural development of our pupils.
Job Overview
As our Pastoral Mentor, you will play a vital role in promoting the wellbeing, safety, and personal development of all pupils in our school community. Working closely with children, families, staff, and external agencies, you’ll deliver targeted support and champion our core values: Step Up, Choose Kind, Heart of the Community, Enjoy Learning, Dream Big, Strength Through Positivity
Your support will help ensure every child feels safe, valued, and empowered to reach their full potential both in school and beyond.
Why Join Pinner Wood?
Pinner Wood is a thriving, three-form entry primary school rated Outstanding in December 2023. We believe primary school should be the most exciting time in a child’s life. Our holistic approach to education ensures that every child feels happy, secure, and ready to thrive.
We offer:
- A vibrant curriculum delivered by a dynamic and committed team
- Outstanding pupil behaviour and a respectful, enthusiastic student body
- A strong culture of inclusion and celebration of diversity
- A nurturing, community-focused environment
- A proven track record of staff development and career progression
This role is pivotal to our school’s mission—supporting children at vulnerable moments and helping them build the confidence, resilience, and skills to flourish.
What We’re Looking For:
- A skilled listener with a compassionate and proactive approach
- Experienced in mentoring, coaching, or supporting children and adults
- Insightful and understanding of the challenges young people may face
- Focused on achieving positive, lasting outcomes for children
- A team player who thrives on collaboration
- Organised, energetic, and able to take initiative
- Committed to embedding our school values in every aspect of your work
- Eager to learn and grow in your career with us
What We Offer:
- A welcoming, well-resourced school with excellent facilities
- Wonderful, enthusiastic children
- Your own dedicated office/resource space
- A supportive, friendly staff team
- Ongoing training and career development opportunities
- Supervision and check ins with our senior leaders
- A strong commitment to staff wellbeing
To access the application pack, visit our
website.
Visits are warmly welcomed and encouraged. To arrange a visit, please contact the school office to book an appointment with our Headteacher, Miss Sarah Marriott.
Closing date: Friday 13th June 2025 at Noon
Shortlisting: Afternoon of Friday 13th June
Interviews: Week beginning 16th June (Date TBC)
Further information: Early applications are encouraged. We reserve the right to close the advert if we receive a high volume of applications.
Safeguarding Statement
Pinner Wood School is committed to
safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff
to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be required to
complete an enhanced DBS check and a confidential self-disclosure form
if shortlisted.
