Pastoral Support Worker

Doncaster Council; Doncaster; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A local authority is seeking a Communication Specialist to join their Pastoral Team in Doncaster. The role involves providing support to young people with specialist communication needs, such as Deafness and Autism. Candidates should have a BSL qualification or be willing to work towards one. Strong problem-solving and communication skills are essential. The position offers various staff benefits, including a contributory pension and free onsite gym access.

Benefits

Contributory Pension

Great CPD opportunities

Free onsite parking

Free use of onsite gym

Discounted childcare

Health Cash Plan including 24/7 GP access

Qualifications

• Experience of working with individuals with learning disabilities or other disabilities.
• Ability to communicate clearly and carry out instructions.
• Strong problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide early intervention to prevent issues from escalating.
• Support young people with specialist communication needs.
• Collaborate with the team to offer guidance and support.

Skills

Experience working with young people and adults who are Deaf

Clear communication skills

Team collaboration

Education

BSL qualification (or willingness to work towards)

Job description

Overview

Communication Specialist College are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic, highly motivated, and inspirational individual to join the expanding Pastoral Team.

You will be providing early intervention to situations on site before they become bigger issues. You will be able to problem solve issues quickly, if possible, but ask for further support from the team if its needed.

You will offer support and guidance to young people with specialist communication needs including, Deafness, Autism and Learning Disabilities. You will be part of the team that our young people seek out and ask for support when times are hard.

Responsibilities

• Provide early intervention to situations on site before they escalate.
• Problem solve issues quickly and seek support from the team when needed.
• Offer support and guidance to young people with specialist communication needs, including Deafness, Autism and Learning Disabilities.
• Be part of a team that young people seek out for support when times are hard.

Qualifications

• BSL qualification (willingness to work towards)
• Experience of working with young people and adults who are Deaf, hard of hearing, or have learning disabilities and/or other disabilities
• Able to work as part of a team and communicate clearly
• Able to understand and carry out instructions

Staff Benefits

• Contributory Pension
• Great CPD opportunities
• Free onsite parking
• Free use of onsite gym
• Discounted childcare at the onsite Little Learners Day Nursery
• Westfield Health Cash Plan including Doctorline - 24/7 access to a GP, Dental, Optical and Prescription claims and much more (funded by the employer)

Applying for the role

For a job description and application form please visit our work for us page at www.deaf-trust.co.uk/trust/work-for-us/

Please note that on the application form we need your full education and employment history from leaving secondary school up to current date. We do not accept CV applications.

Closing date

Closing date for applications: 21st September 2025

To apply please click the Apply Now link below.