Pastoral Care Assistant: Empowering Young People (SEMH/ASD)

Witherslack Group; Westbury; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Training induction

Holiday entitlement

Career progression

Flexible benefits

Wellbeing resources

Medical cover

Referral bonus

Pension scheme

Job summary

Witherslack Group is seeking a Pastoral Support Assistant to help meet the emotional needs of our young people at The Eaves, Westbury. You will build positive relationships with pupils with BESD/ASD, develop individual support plans and contribute to a thriving learning environment.

You will work in a supportive team with in‑house clinicals, receive a full induction, and have opportunities for progression across our sites.

Qualifications

• Experience with ASC/ADHD/SEMH pupils and families in challenging circumstances.
• Safeguarding knowledge and ability to follow guidance.
• Ability to motivate and support individual pupils within a team.
• Flexibility and good organisational skills to support daily routines.

Responsibilities

• Meet emotional needs of young people with BESD/ ASD.
• Develop individual programmes and learning environments for each pupil.
• Collaborate with families, staff and in‑house clinical teams.
• Work as part of a friendly, supportive team to achieve positive outcomes.

Skills

ASC/ASD experience

Motivational skills

Teamwork

Good listener

Organisational skills

Education

NVQ3 in Care/Level 2 TA

Job description

Witherslack Group is seeking a Pastoral Support Assistant to help meet the emotional needs of our young people at The Eaves, Westbury. You will build positive relationships with pupils with BESD/ASD, develop individual support plans and contribute to a thriving learning environment.

You will work in a supportive team with in‑house clinicals, receive a full induction, and have opportunities for progression across our sites.