Pastoral Support Worker

Tradewind Recruitment; Accrington; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

Tradewind Recruitment is seeking a dedicated Pastoral Support Worker for an alternative provision in the Accrington area. The role starts on 1st September on a temporary basis with a view to permanent for the right candidate.

You will provide 1-to-1 and small group pastoral support for students with SEMH needs, support behaviour, safeguarding, and collaborate with teaching staff and external agencies. This is a rewarding opportunity to make an impact and develop professionally within a

Qualifications

• Experience working with young people in school, AP, youth work, or residential settings.
• Demonstrates empathy, resilience, and trauma-informed practice.
• Excellent communication with students, families, and staff.

Responsibilities

• Mentor students with SEMH needs through 1-to-1 and small group pastoral support.
• Support behaviour management and de-escalation to promote engagement in learning.
• Collaborate with teaching staff, SENCOs, and external agencies to track progress and update support plans.
• Safeguard students in line with school policies and guidelines.

Skills

Experience with young people

Empathy & resilience

Strong communication

Job description

Pastoral Support Worker

Location: Accrington area

Start Date: 1st September

Contract Type: Temporary to Permanent (Temp-to-Perm)

Setting: Alternative Provision (AP)

About the Role

Are you passionate about making a real difference in the lives of young people who benefit from specialised educational settings? We are currently seeking a dedicated and resilient Pastoral Support Worker to join a supportive alternative provision in the Accrington area. This role begins on 1st September on a temporary basis, with the genuine view of transitioning into a permanent contract for the right candidate.

Key Responsibilities

• Mentoring & Wellbeing: Provide 1-to-1 and small group pastoral support, acting as a trusted mentor to students with social, emotional, and mental health (SEMH) needs or challenging behaviour.
• Behaviour Management: Implement positive behaviour support strategies, de-escalate situations calmly, and encourage productive engagement in learning.
• Collaboration: Work closely with teaching staff, SENCOs, and external agencies to track student progress, monitor attendance, and update support plans.
• Safeguarding: Actively promote and safeguard the welfare of all students in line with school policies and statutory guidelines.

What We Are Looking For

• Experience: Previous experience working with young people in a school, alternative provision, youth work, or residential care setting.
• Empathy & Resilience: A calm, patient, and resilient approach with a strong commitment to trauma-informed practice.
• Communication Skills: Excellent interpersonal skills to build positive rapport with disengaged or vulnerable students, as well as their families and staff.
• Availability: Ready to start on 1st September.

Why Apply?

• Make an Impact: Help shape positive futures for students who need it most in a rewarding environment.
• Career Growth: A temp-to-perm opportunity offering long-term stability and professional development within a growing provision.