Pastoral Support Worker

Outcomes First Group; Borough of Rossendale; On-site; GBP 23,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading education provider in the UK seeks a compassionate Pastoral Support Worker to provide emotional support to pupils, helping them overcome challenges and thrive. This role requires experience in pastoral support or youth work, alongside GCSEs in relevant subjects. The position offers a range of benefits, including wellbeing support and a pension scheme.

Benefits

Life Assurance

Pension scheme

Wellbeing support

Health checks

Discount options

Cycle to Work Schemes

Electric Car Purchase Scheme

Critical illness cover

Family Growth Support

4-Day Working Week

Qualifications

• Passion for making a difference in young people's lives.
• Energetic and compassionate attitude.
• Ability to support pupils socially, emotionally, and academically.

Responsibilities

• Provide pastoral and emotional support to pupils.
• Help pupils overcome barriers to learning.
• Encourage inclusion and wellbeing throughout the school day.

Skills

GCSEs Grade C/4 or above (or equivalent)

Full UK driving licence

Experience in pastoral support, youth work or education

Understanding of SEMH needs and positive behaviour strategies

Job description

Overview

We\'re on a mission to give our colleagues an amazing work/life balance!

Job Details

Job Title: Pastoral Support Worker
Location: Belmont Secondary School, Rawtenstall, BB4 6RX
Salary: £22,160.62 per annum (not pro rata)
Hours: 37.5 hours per week | Monday to Friday
Contract: Permanent, Term Time Only
Start: December 2025
UK Applicants: This role does not offer sponsorship.

Make a Real Difference Every Day

About Belmont Secondary School

Belmont Secondary is an independent, specialist day school for boys aged 11 to 18, catering for pupils with a wide range of needs. Our dedicated team works together to ensure successful outcomes for pupils who often arrive with a troubled view of education and life. We nurture aspiration and build confidence, helping pupils progress academically and socially, and take pride in their achievements. Located in Rawtenstall, our school is commutable from Bury, Burnley and surrounding areas.

Acorn Education is the UK\'s leading independent provider of specialist education. As part of Outcomes First Group, we are leading the sector in setting and delivering new approaches that provide measurable outcomes for those in our care. In 2024, Outcomes First Group was certified as a Great Place to Work for the fifth year running.

About the Role

Are you passionate about making a real difference in young people\'s lives? Do you have the drive to support pupils through challenges, celebrate their wins, and help them thrive socially, emotionally, and academically?

We\'re on the lookout for a dedicated, energetic, and compassionate Pastoral Support Worker to join our dynamic team and be a key player in creating a nurturing, inclusive, and empowering school environment.

Your Role

You\'ll provide pastoral and emotional support to pupils, helping them overcome barriers to learning and thrive both in and out of the classroom. Working closely with teachers, parents and external agencies, you\'ll model positive behaviour, encourage inclusion and wellbeing, and be a visible, supportive presence throughout the school day. From small-group sessions to enrichment activities and day-to-day mentoring, every moment you spend will help our pupils build confidence and resilience.

Who We\'re Looking For

• GCSEs Grade C/4 or above (or equivalent)
• Full UK driving licence
• Experience in pastoral support, youth work or education (desirable)
• Understanding of SEMH needs and positive behaviour strategies (desirable)

Why join Acorn Education?

Belmont is part of Outcomes First Group, a leading independent provider of specialist education. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and young people. All applicants will be subject to social media checks and successful applicants to a fully enhanced DBS.

Benefits

• Life Assurance
• Pension scheme with options to increase contributions
• Wellbeing support and health checks
• Range of health, wellbeing, and insurance benefits
• Discount options in the UK and abroad
• Cycle to Work Schemes
• Electric Car Purchase Scheme
• Critical illness cover
• Family Growth Support – enhanced maternity/paternity leave and fertility treatment support
• 4-Day Working Week (terms and conditions apply)

Note: We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications.

Outcomes First Group is committed to carrying out a fair, thorough and efficient recruitment process in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education. All stages of the compliance process are subject to safeguarding checks and statutory requirements, which may affect timescales.

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