Pastoral Learning Support Key Worker – SEMH Impact

Dovetail and Slate; Gloucester; On-site; GBP 27,552 - 30,307; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Term-time only

Flexible hours

Potential for permanent role

Job summary

Dovetail and Slate in Gloucester is recruiting a Learning Support Key Worker (Pastoral & SEMH) for a temporary, term-time role starting in August. The position offers flexible hours (full-time or part-time) and a 38-week academic year contract.

You will be the central contact for up to 50 vulnerable learners, delivering trauma-informed support, small-group sessions, and EHCP reviews, with a focus on attendance and engagement. DBS checks will be required.

Qualifications

• GCSEs in English and Maths at Grade C/4 or above (or equivalent Level 2).
• Level 3+ qualification in education, youth work, or related field is essential.
• Experience in school/college/PRU or alternative provision setting.

Responsibilities

• Act as a central, consistent contact point for up to 50 vulnerable learners, building high-trust relationships.
• Implement dynamic de-escalation, trauma-informed practices, and targeted small-group sessions.
• Develop individual support plans and chair EHCP reviews, tracking progress against social, emotional, and academic goals.

Skills

Trauma-informed practice

Education

GCSE English & Maths at C/4 or above

Level 3+ qualification in education or youth work

Job description

Dovetail and Slate in Gloucester is recruiting a Learning Support Key Worker (Pastoral & SEMH) for a temporary, term-time role starting in August. The position offers flexible hours (full-time or part-time) and a 38-week academic year contract.

You will be the central contact for up to 50 vulnerable learners, delivering trauma-informed support, small-group sessions, and EHCP reviews, with a focus on attendance and engagement. DBS checks will be required.