Pupil Supervision and Pastoral Support Assistant

We are seeking a dedicated, proactive and approachable Pupil Supervision and Pastoral Support Assistant to help maintain a safe, respectful and well supervised school environment. 

The postholder will support pupils across a range of school settings, including corridors, areas around pupil toilets, the canteen, playgrounds, school grounds, arrival and dismissal areas, and other shared spaces. The role requires someone who is confident working with children and young people, able to set clear boundaries, and committed to supporting pupil wellbeing, safeguarding and positive behaviour. 

This is a pupil supervision and pastoral support role. The postholder will not be responsible for planning, delivering or assessing lessons, nor will they replace the role of a teacher. 

St. Paul’s was founded in 1926 and was the first school in South America to receive accreditation from the UK government as a British School Oversees. Fully coeducational, with about 1,000 pupils, aged from 3 to 18, it is a school with history and tradition, but which embraces innovation, contemporary values and the latest in digital learning. We are a world-class school, and an international member of HMC and IAPS, and a member of COBIS and the LAHC. We are proud of our local, national and international reputation and we constantly strive to improve the opportunities for our pupils and staff. Our recent BSO inspection judged us as a leading British School overseas, and you can download the report from our website. Our exceptional facilities place teaching and learning at the heart of the school.

All staff are expected to conduct themselves in line with the school’s values which are:

KINDNESS, INTEGRITY, ASPIRATION, INCLUSION, RESPONSIBILITY, ADVENTURE

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More details about the school can be found at www.stpauls.br.

The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share in this commitment. The offer of the role would be made subject to receipt of satisfactory references, proof of relevant qualifications, identification checks and other safeguarding checks (including Internet and Social Media profiles and exposure), an overseas check if appropriate and a pre-placement medical assessment. Proof of entitlement to work in Brazil is also required where necessary.

St Paul’s is committed to equality, diversity and inclusion. We recognise the value of diverse environments and strive to promote a culture in which all pupils, staff and members of the school community are welcomed and supported to fulfil their potential, regardless of their background or personal characteristics. We oppose all forms of unlawful and unfair treatment, embarrassment, discrimination, bullying and harassment.

Languages 

Fluent or highly proficient in English and Portuguese. 

Personal Profile 

The successful candidate will be positive, proactive, calm and confident. They will have a firm but approachable interpersonal style and will be able to build respectful relationships with pupils while maintaining clear professional boundaries. 

They will be consistent, reliable and able to respond to situations with discretion, maturity and good judgement. 

Required Skills and Experience 

• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work well with children and young people. 

  Ability to remain calm, patient and consistent when managing pupil behaviour. 

  Strong communication skills in English and Portuguese. 

  Ability to work collaboratively with pastoral, wellbeing, safeguarding, teaching and operations teams. 

  Good judgement and the ability to escalate concerns appropriately. 

  High level of reliability, punctuality and professional discretion. 

  Ability to stand and walk for extended periods, both indoors and outdoors. 

  Previous experience working with children or young people in a school, camp, sports, recreation or similar setting is highly desirable. 

  Required Qualification 

  High school diploma or equivalent as a minimum requirement. 

  Additional training in child supervision, safeguarding, first aid, youth work, education or related areas would be desirable.