Pastoral Support Assistant

GSL Education; Eastleigh; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

GSL Education is seeking a compassionate and resilient full-time Pastoral Support Assistant to support students with Social, Emotional, and Mental Health needs in a secondary school in Eastleigh, Hampshire. This rewarding position begins in September 2025, focusing on fostering student well-being and academic success through close collaboration with teaching staff and a supportive school community.

Benefits

Supportive school community

Impact on student well-being

Qualifications

• Experience in educational, youth work, or community support.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Calm, patient approach to student support.

Responsibilities

• Provide support to students with SEMH needs.
• Assist students requiring pastoral care.
• Collaborate to foster an inclusive environment.

Skills

Communication

Empathy

Resilience

Teamwork

Education

Experience working with young people in an educational setting

Job description

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Full-Time Pastoral Support Assistant – School in Eastleigh, Hampshire!
Are you passionate about supporting students with Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) needs and helping them thrive in a school environment?

If so, GSL Education are seeking a resilient and compassionate full-time Pastoral Support Assistant to join a secondary school in Eastleigh, Hampshire. This rewarding role is due to start in September 2025.

Responsibilities of the Pastoral Support Assistant (PSA):

• Provide dedicated support to students with SEMH needs and challenging behaviour.
• Be on call throughout the school day to assist students requiring pastoral care.
• Collaborate with teaching staff and other professionals to foster a positive and inclusive school environment.
• Attend staff meetings, training sessions, and contribute to school events.
• Support and manage student behaviour in line with the school’s pastoral policies.
• Offer guidance, encouragement, and a listening ear to students facing personal or academic challenges.

Requirements of the Pastoral Support Assistant (PSA):

• Experience working with young people in an educational, youth work, or community support setting.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• A calm, patient, and empathetic approach to student support.
• High levels of resilience and the ability to remain composed in challenging situations.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• An enhanced DBS registered to the Update Service, or willingness to apply for one through GSL Education.
• Join a supportive and inclusive school community.
• Make a meaningful impact on students’ lives and well-being.

If you are a dedicated and empathetic individual ready to support students in their educational journey, we encourage you to apply and become part of our client school’s pastoral team in Eastleigh!

Please be advised that this role requires a strong knowledge and understanding of safeguarding and child protection and that successful applicants must satisfy all background safer recruitment checks; including providing an enhanced DBS certificate registered on the update service, or completing an application for a new check.

As an ethical, inclusive, and independent recruitment agency, GSL Education are committed to providing quality teaching and support for staff in schools across the UK.

To express your interest in the Pastoral Support Assistant role, please click ‘apply now’ to submit your full and up-to-date CV. One of our dedicated consultants will be in touch shortly.