Pastoral Support Specialist for SEND & SEMH

Witherslack Group; Leicester Forest East; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 31,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Induction training

Holiday entitlement

Career progression

Flexible benefits

Wellbeing support

Medical cover

Nice working environment

Refer-a-friend bonus

Pension scheme

Job summary

Witherslack Group is seeking a Pastoral Support Assistant to support pupils with complex needs in a SEND environment. You will help meet emotional needs, develop individual programs, and work closely with families and school staff to ensure a positive, nurturing learning space.

The role requires strong listening and teamwork, with experience in ASC/ADHD/SEMH, safeguarding awareness, and ideally a relevant qualification. DBS check will be carried out.

Qualifications

• Previous experience with ASC, ADHD or SEMH pupils and working with families in challenging circumstances.
• Experience of multi-agency work with safeguarding and child protection guidance.
• Ideally - NVQ 3 in Care / Level 2 Teaching Assistant Qualification.

Responsibilities

• Meet the young people's emotional needs and provide high standards of pastoral care.
• Develop individual programs and supportive plans for each pupil.
• Collaborate with families and school teams to support development and behaviour.

Skills

Active listening

Motivation and teamwork

Experience with ASC/ADHD/SEMH

Organizational skills

Education

NVQ 3 in Care

Level 2 Teaching Assistant Qualification

Job description

Witherslack Group is seeking a Pastoral Support Assistant to support pupils with complex needs in a SEND environment. You will help meet emotional needs, develop individual programs, and work closely with families and school staff to ensure a positive, nurturing learning space.

The role requires strong listening and teamwork, with experience in ASC/ADHD/SEMH, safeguarding awareness, and ideally a relevant qualification. DBS check will be carried out.