Are you an empathetic, driven pastoral professional, youth worker, or experienced learning mentor looking for your next rewarding role in education?A vibrant and supportive secondary school in the Blackpool area is seeking a dedicated Pastoral Support Officer / Non-Teaching Head of Year to join its student welfare team. In this pivotal pupil-facing role, you will champion student well-being, manage year-group pastoral care, and serve as the primary bridge between school, students, and families.By removing non-academic barriers to learning-such as attendance concerns, peer dynamics, emotional distress, and social anxieties-you will empower Key Stage 3 or Key Stage 4 students to thrive both inside and outside the classroom.Key ResponsibilitiesStudent Welfare and Well-being: Act as the first port of call for students needing pastoral care, guidance, and emotional support throughout the school day.Conflict Resolution and Restorative Practice: Address friendship fallouts, peer friction, and bullying allegations using restorative conversations and practical conflict resolution strategies.Parent and Multi-Agency Liaison: Build strong, positive partnerships with parents/carers; attend multi-agency meetings (including Early Help, Social Care, CAMHS, and Youth Services).Attendance and Punctuality: Monitor year-group attendance trends, conduct morning check-ins with persistent absentees, and implement targeted re-engagement plans.Safeguarding Support: Act as a key pastoral link to the ..... full job details .....