Graduate Pastoral Assistant in Guildford)

Academics; Guildford; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in the education sector is seeking a Graduate Pastoral Assistant to make a meaningful impact on the lives of young people with social, emotional, and mental health needs. In this rewarding role, you will support students aged 10 to 16, helping them navigate their challenges and fostering a positive environment. The ideal candidate will be a recent graduate in Psychology, Criminology, or Counselling, ready to take on the challenge of working with vulnerable youth. This position offers excellent training and support, allowing you to grow in your career while making a difference in the community. If you're passionate about mental health and education, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

On-site training

Support and CPD

On-site parking

Qualifications

• Recent graduates in Psychology or related fields are preferred.
• Experience with vulnerable populations is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Support the mental health of vulnerable young people.
• Build strong relationships with students facing challenges.

Skills

Empathy

Resilience

Knowledge of mental health

Experience with SEN children

Education

Degree in Psychology

Degree in Criminology

Degree in Counselling

Job description

Graduate Pastoral Assistant - Guildford - Social Care - SEMH - Intervention - Pastoral - Graduate - Psychology - Criminology

Are you a recent Psychology Graduate looking to kick-start your career in the Mental Health Sector?

Are you looking for a role where you can support the mental health of vulnerable and at-risk young people?

A well-respected specialist school near Guildford is looking for a Graduate Pastoral Assistant to support children with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs. The students range between 10 and 16 years old and face a range of social, emotional, and mental health challenges, including trauma, anxiety, OCD, and behavioral issues. The Graduate Pastoral Assistant will need to be a dedicated role model, committed to building strong relationships, empathetic, and ready for a challenge! The school is located near Guildford, in the beautiful Surrey Hills, and has on-site parking.

The ideal Graduate Pastoral Assistant must be open-minded, resilient, and knowledgeable about mental health. Experience with SEN children and/or adults in any setting is preferred. Graduates in Psychology, Criminology, or Counselling would also be excellent candidates for this position.

If you are looking to kick-start your career in Social Care, Psychology, Mental Health, or Education, then this Graduate Pastoral Assistant role is the perfect opportunity for you. You will have a positive impact on the lives of children and young people who need it most.

ASAP start

£80-£100 per day, Mon-Fri, 8.30am-4pm, PAYE, term time only

Excellent on-site training, support, and CPD is provided to ensure the safeguarding of all students

You MUST have the right to work in the UK in order to apply - no Visa sponsorship

Must be able to travel to Guildford

Apply now or contact Eleanor Chessun-Lawrence at Academics Ltd, if you are interested in this role:

Candidates registering with Academics Ltd will need to have or apply for an Enhanced DBS and/or overseas police check where appropriate.

Social Care

Guildford