We are seeking to appoint an individual to work within the Pastoral Team supporting student wellbeing. This support is likely to include working with a caseload of students, either on a 1:1 basis or in small groups, offering intervention to support improvements in attitude, confidence and well‑being, as well as working with other parties or agencies, including parents. Good communication, ICT skills, a high level of literacy and numeracy are desirable for the post; however, it is more important for the successful candidate to show empathy, resilience, initiative, and dedication to our students. Experience of working in a teaching/child support environment is desirable but not essential as training and guidance will be provided. Main responsibilities: The successful candidate will work within a team and be part of our wider safeguarding team.
- Work in conjunction with the Pastoral Team to develop a whole School Mental Health and Wellbeing Strategy to include student and staff wellbeing
- To work as part of the team that responds to student needs primarily around wellbeing, behaviour and provide pastoral support to these students
- To work with the pastoral team in supporting students in seclusion and reset
- Provide evidence‑based interventions for students to improve their emotional health and wellbeing
- Plan and deliver group sessions on agreed topics related to wellbeing, positive mental health and behaviour (e.g. mindfulness, resilience, anxiety management).
- Train and work with the student Wellbeing Ambassadors
- Lead and support students group e.g. Pride group
- To liaise with staff, parents and relevant outside agencies to provide appropriate intervention for students experiencing difficulties
- To liaise with support staff and teachers to share strategies for support around emotional health and wellbeing
- To develop strong links between the school and families in order to improve educational opportunities for students and to promote a positive attitude towards school and positive attendance
- Support students to follow individual Pastoral Support Plans where appropriate with appropriate resources
- Assist in organising assemblies and deliver small group interventions
- Promote healthy lifestyles and positive emotional health and wellbeing
- Contribute to Pastoral Team meetings and share learning and innovative practice
- Maintain up to date knowledge of local and national provision and research, policy and practice in relation to young people’s emotional health and wellbeing.
- To be a member of the Safeguarding Team and attend safeguarding meetings
- To comply with confidentiality and safeguarding procedures and to be a member of the school safeguarding team
If you wish to make an informal enquiry, please email holly.briggs@staff.beaufort.hants.sch.uk. Please use the application form provided; CVs will not be accepted. To apply: Applications should be made to the Headteacher. To apply please complete an application form, available from our website https://www.beaufort.hants.sch.uk/join-us/job-vacancies/ and return to recruitment@staff.beaufort.hants.sch.uk or please complete an application via TES quick apply here.
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