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Pastoral Support
Overview
St Joseph's Catholic Primary School are looking to recruit to the position of Pastoral Support, with a focus on whole school attendance, pupil wellbeing and home/school reationships. The successful applicant will be someone who is able to multi-task in a busy and growing primary school situated in Aylesham. This is an exciting and fulfilling role for someone who is a 'people person'. Previous experience of working within a school environment is desirable, but not essential. You will need a 'can do' attitude, as well as be organised, reliable, able to prioritise work and follow instructions. This role requires a good level of knowledge and ability in using IT, specifically Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Publisher, Teams), and ideally our management information system, Arbor. You should be able to demonstrate your understanding, knowledge and prior experience within these areas. Professionalism and understanding of the importance of confidentiality is essential in this role.
Salary & Benefits
Contract: 22.5 hours per week, term time only (38 weeks per annum), permanent.
Salary FTE: Kent Scheme B £26,168 FTE/£13,515 pro rata; £13.56 per hour; increasing in September 2026 to £26,822 FTE/£13,915 pro rata.
Location
St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, Aylesham
Ackholt Road,
Aylesham,
Canterbury, Kent
CT3 3AS
Application Documents
Deadline and how to apply
Please apply by midday on 15th June, via Kent Teach.
Equal opportunities
We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer. Our Trust is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive working environment where all individuals are treated fairly, with dignity and respect. We actively promote equality across all areas of employment and do not tolerate discrimination of any kind.
We welcome applications from all backgrounds and communities, and we are dedicated to supporting the wellbeing of our staff—including a strong focus on mental health, family-friendly policies, and inclusive practices that reflect the richness of our school communities.
Together, we strive to build a workforce that reflects the diversity of the children and families we serve.
St Joseph’s Primary and KCSP are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, and require all staff, helpers and governance committee members to share this commitment. Offers of employment are subject to an enhanced disclosure and barring service check and a section 128 check.
Job reference: PSSJA01