Pastoral & Behaviour Specialist – SEND & Attendance

South Tyneside Council; South Tyneside; On-site; GBP 31,000 - 38,000; Part time

Job summary

Epinay School and South Tyneside Council are recruiting a resilient Pastoral & Behaviour Worker. In a non-classroom role, you will engage with pupils, families and multi-agency teams to reduce barriers to education, support mental health and nurture positive relationships.

You will respond to urgent student needs, promote attendance, and collaborate with professionals to implement bespoke action plans and safeguarding measures.

Qualifications

• Proven experience supporting young people with SEND, social, emotional and mental health needs; experience implementing behaviour management strategies.

Responsibilities

• De-escalation & crisis support for students in distress.
• Attendance initiatives; track data; conduct home visits; co-create action plans for families.
• Implement individualised behaviour plans; assist with risk assessments and restorative practice.
• Work with external agencies (mental health, social care); support DSL and EHCP reviews.

Skills

De-escalation techniques

Attendance protocols

Communication with families

Behaviour management

Multi-Agency collaboration

Job description

Epinay School and South Tyneside Council are recruiting a resilient Pastoral & Behaviour Worker. In a non-classroom role, you will engage with pupils, families and multi-agency teams to reduce barriers to education, support mental health and nurture positive relationships.

You will respond to urgent student needs, promote attendance, and collaborate with professionals to implement bespoke action plans and safeguarding measures.