Compassionate Welfare Support Assistant (SEMH) – School Role

GUARDIAN SELECTION LIMITED; Gosport; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A UK recruitment agency is seeking a full-time Welfare Support Assistant to join a welcoming secondary school in Gosport, Hampshire. This role focuses on providing essential pastoral and emotional support to students with social, emotional and mental health (SEMH) needs. The successful candidate will help create a supportive environment, build trusting relationships, and work collaboratively with the educational team. The position is term-time only, starting January 2026, with hours from 8:30am to 3:30pm, Monday to Friday.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a welfare, pastoral, or support role.
• Genuine passion for supporting students' emotional and mental wellbeing.
• Ability to build positive, trusting relationships with students.

Responsibilities

• Provide emotional and pastoral support to students throughout the school day.
• Respond to welfare concerns promptly and effectively.
• Work collaboratively with teaching and pastoral teams.

Skills

Experience working with young people

Strong communication skills

Empathy

Patience

Job description

A UK recruitment agency is seeking a full-time Welfare Support Assistant to join a welcoming secondary school in Gosport, Hampshire. This role focuses on providing essential pastoral and emotional support to students with social, emotional and mental health (SEMH) needs. The successful candidate will help create a supportive environment, build trusting relationships, and work collaboratively with the educational team. The position is term-time only, starting January 2026, with hours from 8:30am to 3:30pm, Monday to Friday.