Pastoral Care Assistant

Overview

£30,650 – £35,396 + excellent benefits

Witherslack Group delivers high-quality care and education for children with complex needs. We maintain a high staff-to-child ratio and in-house clinical teams, and we are proud of our OFSTED ratings.

Bring your whole-self to work. Our young people come from diverse backgrounds and have different needs; our workforce reflects that diversity and aims to engage, encourage and inspire pupils to be themselves.

The Witherslack Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of its young people. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check (cost covered) and an online search. We are an equal opportunities employer welcoming applications from all sections of the community.

Responsibilities

• As a Pastoral Support Assistant, help us meet our young peoples’ emotional needs by applying high standards of care and developing programs for each individual.
• Work with families and create a positive learning environment where every young person can thrive through careful assessment and planning.
• Collaborate with colleagues to support young people with complex emotional and behavioural needs (e.g., AUTISM Spectrum Disorder, SEMH) and contribute to their development.
• Be a good listener, motivate and work effectively within a team; demonstrate flexibility and strong organizational skills.

Qualifications

• Experience working with young people with BESD or ASD in a school or care setting; understanding developmental needs and pastoral care.
• Experience with ASC, ADHD or SEMH pupils and with working with families in challenging circumstances; ability to support and resolve difficulties.
• Experience in multi-agency work with knowledge of safeguarding and child protection policies and guidance.
• Ideally NVQ 3 in Care or Level 2 Teaching Assistant qualification.

Benefits

• Training: A full induction and on-the-job training
• Holiday: Work with full school holidays
• Progression: Many leaders and head teachers have been promoted from within the group
• Flexible benefits: options to adjust benefits such as life insurance
• Wellbeing: Access to wellbeing tools and employee assistance
• Medical cover: Reimbursements for opticians, dentist visits and other discounts
• Beautiful working environments with excellent facilities
• Recommend a friend scheme with a £1,000 bonus
• Contributory pension scheme matched up to 5%

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