Pastoral Support Assistant – Hemel

Engage Education; Dacorum; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

CPD training sessions

Refer a friend £50 voucher

Dedicated Engage consultant

Job summary

Engage Education in Hemel is seeking a Pastoral Support Officer in a supportive secondary school. You will mentor pupils and provide targeted support to engage learning and reduce disruptions.

The role involves working closely with teachers and other support staff, giving feedback to teachers and parents, and assisting pupils with Autism, SEMH, ADHD and other learning difficulties. This is a full-time position with opportunities for development and CPD.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting pupils with SEMH, Autism, ADHD or other learning needs.
• Ability to engage pupils one-to-one or in small groups.
• Willingness to work collaboratively with teaching staff and parents.

Responsibilities

• One-to-one or small-group support with pupils in a secondary setting.
• Collaborate with teachers to engage pupils and minimise disruption.
• Provide feedback to teachers and parents on pupil progress.
• Support pupils with Autism, SEMH, ADHD and other learning difficulties.

Skills

Mentoring

Behaviour management

Communication

Teamwork

Education

Graduate

Job description

Pastoral Support Officer Required for Secondary School in Hemel

About the role:

This Pastoral Support Officer role is based in a supportive and proactive secondary school in Hemel. They are seeking educators to work with a wide range of needs, from children and young people with Social, Emotional and Mental Health needs to more Sensory Behavioural Difficulties linked to Autism.

Our team has built an excellent reputation in the local area, and we’re looking for more high-quality mentors to work with these schools to positively impact the progress and attainment of their pupils.

Your Role:

• Supporting on a one-to-one basis or in small groups
• Working with other support staff to engage pupils in class and minimise disruption
• Providing feedback to teachers and parents
• You will be assisting pupils with Autism, SEMH, ADHD, Severe Learning Difficulties and other Learning Disabilities

The ideal candidate:

• Outgoing and mentoring manner
• Enthusiastic and passionate about helping children reach their full potential
• You will be expected to think on your feet and be proactive, no day is the same in a Special School, so being prepared is vital.
• Ability to form excellent relationships and rapport with pupils

Highlights of becoming an Engage Teaching Assistant

• Full-time positions are available
• Develop your knowledge of the national curriculum
• Ideal post for graduates looking to move into a career in teaching

Why choose Engage Education?

• We pay all our staff in line with the Agency Worker Regulations, meaning your pay will be equal to that of a permanent employee
• You will benefit from your own dedicated Engage consultant who will provide ongoing support and guidance
• You will be invited to our wide range of continued professional development (CPD) training sessions, provided by our in-house team of experienced senior leaders. These are completely free to attend!
• Receive a £50 Amazon voucher when you refer friends!

All candidates will be required to undertake a valid enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance will be provided.