Pastoral Mentor for SEMH Students

OFG Education; Princes Risborough; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 27,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Life Assurance

Pension scheme with options to increse

Wellbeing support

Job summary

OFG Education's Red Kite School in Princes Risborough is seeking a compassionate Pastoral Support Worker to mentor students, support wellbeing and foster a positive school environment.

You will work 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday, in a permanent, term-time only role starting November 2026, with safeguarding at the heart of the work and DBS checks.

If you have experience with children or vulnerable young people and can communicate effectively with families and staff, we want to hear from you.

Qualifications

• GCSE Maths and English at grade C/4 or above or equivalent.
• Passionate about helping young people reach their potential.
• Calm, patient and resilient when faced with challenges.
• Experience working with children, young people, or vulnerable individuals.
• Strong communicator with students, families and colleagues.
• Able to motivate, encourage and inspire learners.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 mentoring and small-group support to help students succeed.
• Support students' emotional wellbeing, behaviour, attendance and engagement with learning.
• Act as a trusted adult and positive role model throughout the school day.
• Build partnerships with families, offering guidance and support where needed.
• Work collaboratively with teachers, senior leaders and external professionals to meet students' needs.
• Deliver targeted interventions and contribute to individual support plans.
• Monitor progress and implement strategies for positive outcomes.
• Promote safeguarding and create a safe, nurturing environment.

Skills

Mentoring

Emotional wellbeing

Communication

Student support

Behaviour support

Attendance support

Education

GCSE Maths & English

Job description

OFG Education's Red Kite School in Princes Risborough is seeking a compassionate Pastoral Support Worker to mentor students, support wellbeing and foster a positive school environment.

You will work 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday, in a permanent, term-time only role starting November 2026, with safeguarding at the heart of the work and DBS checks.

If you have experience with children or vulnerable young people and can communicate effectively with families and staff, we want to hear from you.