Pastoral Support Worker

Are you passionate about helping students overcome challenges and set the foundation for lifelong success? Do you believe in the power of individualized support, particularly for students who struggle in an educational setting? Are you ready to play a key role in supporting students through their daily difficulties, ensuring they feel valued and understood?

Responsibilities

• Provide tailored advice and structured interventions to empower students in decisions regarding behaviour, attendance, and social interactions, including full support for structuring and resourcing these interventions.
• Collaborate with teaching staff and colleagues to share effective strategies for supporting students.
• Build strong connections with parents, staff, and external agencies to ensure holistic support for every student.
• Strengthen the school‑family partnership to enhance educational opportunities and foster a positive attitude toward learning.
• Act as a dedicated keyworker for assigned students, tracking progress, attending meetings, and reporting concerns to the SENCo and Head of Year.
• Uphold confidentiality and adhere to safeguarding protocols to ensure the safety and well‑being of all students.

Mental Health Lead (optional)

• Champion the school’s approach to mental well‑being, integrating mental health support across all aspects of school life.
• Lead initiatives such as Mental Health Awareness Week.
• Oversee a team of 6th Form Mental Health Ambassadors.
• Ensure the effectiveness of the Mental Health First Aid team.
• Opportunity to apply for this role with a £2,500 per annum enhancement.

Qualifications

• Works seamlessly as part of a team and thrives in a collaborative environment.
• Remains positive, enthusiastic, and calm even in challenging situations.
• Demonstrates empathy and an understanding of the diverse needs of students.
• Approaches personal development and training with a growth mindset.
• Has excellent communication skills, engaging effectively with students and colleagues alike.
• Brings experience of working with children and young people in a supportive capacity.
• Has a strong understanding of child protection and safeguarding procedures.

Preferred Qualifications

• ELSA (Emotional Literacy Support Assistant) qualification.
• Previous experience working in a secondary school setting.
• Experience supporting children or young people with special educational needs.

Salary & Hours

FTE: £26,992 p.a. to £29,800 p.a. (Actual £23,150 p.a. – £25,560 p.a.)

Term time only, plus inset days – 37 hours per week, Permanent.

Opportunity to apply for the Mental Health Lead role with £2,500 per annum enhancement.

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