Pastoral Support Assistant - SEMH

Teacheractive Limited; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading education recruitment agency is seeking a Pastoral Support Assistant in Lichfield to provide emotional and behavioral support to children with special educational needs. The ideal candidate should have experience with SEND and a passion for pupil wellbeing. You will be part of a supportive team and contribute to a nurturing educational environment. Competitive daily rates, 24/7 support, and CPD opportunities are offered to help you make a meaningful impact on young lives.

Benefits

24/7 support from a dedicated team

FREE CPD courses

£200 referral bonus

Competitive daily rates

Qualifications

• Experience in supporting pupils with emotional or behavioural difficulties.
• Team Teach or MAPA training is desirable, but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Offer pastoral support in emotional regulation and wellbeing.
• Assist in confidence and communication development.
• Support pupils with engagement in learning, particularly those with SEND.

Skills

Experience working with children with SEND

Knowledge of SEMH needs

Calm, empathetic approach

Building positive relationships

A genuine passion for pupil wellbeing

Education

A Level 2 or 3 qualification in childcare, education, or a related field

Job description

Job Title: Pastoral Support Assistant – SEMH

Location: Lichfield

Start Date: January

Salary: £100-£120 per day

Are you passionate about supporting the wellbeing of children with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND)? Do you have experience helping pupils overcome emotional, social, or behavioural barriers to learning? Are you patient, nurturing, and ready to make a genuine difference to young lives?

TeacherActive is proud to work in partnership with a warm and supportive Primary SEND school in Lichfield. We are currently recruiting for a Pastoral Support Assistant to join their team and help create a safe, inclusive, and caring environment where pupils can flourish.

The school places a strong emphasis on nurturing the whole child—emotionally, socially, and academically. This role offers a fantastic opportunity for a compassionate and proactive individual to become a valued part of a dedicated pastoral team.

About the Role

This is a short‑term position with the potential to become long‑term for the right candidate. You will work closely with pupils across all Key Stages, offering pastoral support in a range of areas, including:

• Emotional regulation and wellbeing
• Social skills and relationship‑building
• Confidence and communication
• Behaviour support and de‑escalation
• Engagement in learning for pupils with a range of needs including:
  • ASD (Autism Spectrum Disorder)
  • SLD (Severe Learning Difficulties)
  • PMLD (Profound and Multiple Learning Difficulties)
  • SEMH (Social, Emotional, and Mental Health needs)
  • Challenging behaviours

We are looking for someone who is calm, empathetic, and able to build positive, trusting relationships with pupils who may find school life challenging.

The Ideal Candidate Will Have

• Experience working with children with SEND
• Knowledge of SEMH needs and experience supporting pupils with emotional or behavioural difficulties
• A Level 2 or 3 qualification in childcare, education, or a related field (desirable)
• Team Teach or MAPA training (desirable, but not essential)
• A warm, patient, and resilient approach
• A genuine passion for pupil wellbeing and holistic development

In Return, We Offer

• 24/7 support from a dedicated team of education consultants
• Access to our Guaranteed Payment Scheme (T&Cs apply)
• FREE CPD courses through our My‑Progression platform
• Competitive daily rates of pay
• £200 referral bonus when you refer a friend to us (T&Cs apply)
• PAYE payroll – no hidden fees or admin deductions

If you're ready to take the next step in your pastoral career and make a meaningful impact on young people’s lives, click ‘APPLY NOW’ – we’d love to hear from you!

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Call: 0121 200 3224

TeacherActive is an equal opportunities employer, and operates as an Employment Business in providing temporary or contract job‑seeking services.