About the role
We are seeking a skilled and capable individual with the expertise to join our successful pastoral support and guidance team for two to three days a week, term time only. We are looking for someone who can provide assistance in a range of areas including our alternative provision spaces and supporting with behaviour management across the school. You will work with a range of young people with varying needs to improve their standards of conduct and behaviour and work with the team to maintain the calm and purposeful learning environment across the school.
The ideal candidate will have a track record of working with young people with complex behaviour, learning or pastoral needs and will have the ability to support students to deescalate, regulate and reflect upon their behaviour.
A knowledge of the Hertfordshire Steps programme is desirable but not essential. Making use of evidence-informed practices, this individual will be an important part of our Pastoral and Inclusion strategy to support students with managing personal challenges, addressing and overcoming barriers to learning.
The Knights Templar School is a high-achieving comprehensive 11-18 school at the heart of its local community. Ensuring a high-quality education for all of our students on a daily basis is our core priority. This is underpinned by a culture in which strong relationships, effective pastoral care and personal development opportunities are of paramount importance.
We are committed to offering enriching learning experiences and we strive for educational excellence. We have very high expectations and aim to provide a nurturing, friendly and supportive environment in which everyone can thrive and achieve. Staff well-being is a priority, not an afterthought. We know that to take care of our students we must first take care of each other.
We will offer you:
An excellent range of CPD opportunities for staff.
A professional, hardworking and supportive team of staff with the capability and desire to raise student achievement even further
Stability among teaching and support staff which brings both experience and commitment to our school community
Supportive trustees and a senior leadership team that encourages a large degree of autonomy for middle leaders
Enthusiastic students who are willing to learn and are proud of their learning environment
A community school in the historic market town of Baldock, 33 miles north of London, within 30-40 minutes of both Cambridge and London by road or train.
Sporting and musical facilities for staff
Employee Assistance Programme
Discounted Sports Centre Membership
Cycle to work scheme
In April 2023, Ofsted graded the school as ‘good’ and commented that ‘Staff have high expectations of students’ behaviour and manage behaviour well. As a result, the school is a calm and orderly environment. Students say that the school values of ‘courage and courtesy’ are a part of their everyday school life.’
The Knights Templar School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post will be subject to an enhanced DBS check.
Closing date: 9am, Monday, 21 September 2026. Early interviews may be offered.
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