Pastoral Support Assistant

Supply Staff Limited; Chilton Polden; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Reliable daily pay

Dedicated consultant

Job summary

Supply Staff Ltd is seeking a dedicated Pastoral Support Assistant to work across schools in Somerset. You will provide practical and emotional support to pupils, helping them overcome barriers to learning and improve wellbeing, attendance and engagement.

The role focuses on safeguarding, relationship-building and collaboration with teachers and pastoral teams. A DBS check is required or willingness to apply, with a daily pay rate in the quoted range.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children or young people in educational or youth settings.
• Pastoral, mentoring or pupil-support experience is desirable.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
• Calm, patient, empathetic approach.
• Willingness to obtain/enhance DBS clearance.

Responsibilities

• Provide pastoral and emotional support to pupils facing difficulties.
• Build positive relationships with pupils and offer consistent support.
• Support attendance, punctuality, behaviour and engagement.
• Help pupils develop confidence, resilience and positive attitudes to learning.
• Support pupils with additional needs or pastoral needs.
• Assist with behaviour management and promote positive behaviour.

Skills

Pastoral support

Child welfare

Communication

Empathy

DBS check

Tools

DBS Update Service

Job description

Job Title: Pastoral Support Assistant

Location: Somerset

Job Type: Full-Time Long Term (5 days a week), Day to Day Supply

Pay Rate: £95 - £120 per day

Job Overview

Supply Staff Ltd is seeking experienced and dedicated Pastoral Support Assistants to work across schools in Somerset. As a Pastoral Support Assistant, you will provide practical and emotional support to pupils, helping them overcome barriers to learning and improve their wellbeing, attendance, behaviour and engagement. You will work closely with teachers, pastoral teams and other school staff to support pupils both inside and outside the classroom.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide pastoral and emotional support to pupils who may be experiencing difficulties at school or at home.
• Build positive and trusting relationships with pupils and provide consistent support.
• Support pupils with attendance, punctuality, behaviour and engagement.
• Help pupils develop confidence, resilience and positive attitudes towards learning.
• Support pupils who may have additional needs or require additional pastoral support.
• Assist with behaviour management and help promote positive behaviour across the school.
• Work closely with teachers, pastoral staff, SEN teams and school leaders.
• Maintain appropriate records and communicate relevant concerns to school staff.
• Follow school safeguarding, behaviour and pastoral procedures.

Requirements

• Previous experience working with children or young people in a school, educational or youth support setting is required.
• Previous experience in a pastoral, mentoring, behaviour or pupil support role would be highly desirable.
• Strong understanding of the challenges that can affect pupils' attendance, behaviour, wellbeing and engagement.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
• Calm, patient and empathetic approach.
• Confident supporting pupils with challenging behaviour or additional needs.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a wider school team.
• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service or willingness to apply.
• Commitment to safeguarding and child protection.

Why Supply Staff Ltd

• Reliable daily pay in line with framework guidelines.
• Dedicated consultant supporting you throughout your placement.