Pastoral Care Worker

Visionedu; Billingshurst; On-site; Full time

Job summary

A leading education supply agency seeks a Pastoral Care Worker to support pupils with social, emotional, and mental health needs. The role involves working under senior staff guidance to create a safe learning environment. Candidates should have relevant experience and emotional intelligence to handle challenging behaviors. This position offers competitive pay and professional development opportunities.

Benefits

Guaranteed pay scheme

Social and networking events

Pension contributions

CPD opportunities

Dedicated consultant support

Qualifications

• At least 6 months experience in SEMH, PRU setting, residential, or youth work.
• Experience working with challenging behaviors is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils with social, emotional, mental health needs.
• Create a stimulating, safe, and structured environment.

Skills

Emotional intelligence

Proactivity

Job description

Join to apply for the Pastoral Care Worker role at Vision for Education Ltd.

The Role and School

The role of a Pastoral Care Worker is suitable for candidates with commitment, passion, and resilience to support pupils with social, emotional, mental health (SEMH), and special educational needs such as ADHD, Autism, and ACES. These workers operate under the guidance of senior staff within an agreed supervision system, working flexibly across the provision to meet pupils' needs. They play a vital role in creating a stimulating, safe, and structured environment, supporting pupils' long-term development through interventions, coaching, therapeutic activities, or classroom support under a teacher's guidance. The school is located in the Brighton area and was rated ‘good’ in an Ofsted report.

Location and Salary

Billingshurst

£450 - £600 per week

Full Time (Temporary or permanent)

Requirements

The ideal Pastoral Care Worker will have:

• At least 6 months experience in an SEMH, PRU setting, residential, or youth work.
• Experience working with challenging behaviors is highly desirable.
• Emotional intelligence and the ability to remain calm under stress.
• The ability to support all students with consistent, unconditional positive regard, and respond to their individual needs.
• Proactive and able to work on initiative.

What We Offer

Benefits include:

• Excellent daily rates paid via PAYE, based on experience and qualifications.
• Guaranteed pay scheme (subject to availability).
• Social and networking events.
• Pension contributions.
• CPD opportunities for professional development.
• Dedicated consultant support.

About Us

We are a leading education supply agency committed to developing young people, with branches nationwide. We welcome applications from all community sections, regardless of age, gender, race, religion, disability, or sexual orientation.

How To Apply

If you are a motivated Pastoral Care Worker eager to engage learners in a rewarding environment, we want to hear from you. Apply via this website or contact us for more information.