Pastoral Support Worker

REESON Education; Greater London; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

REESON Education is seeking a dedicated Pastoral Support Worker for a Brent-based primary school. The role starts in November 2026 to support pupils across EYFS, KS1 and KS2, fostering emotional wellbeing and positive behaviour.

You'll work 1:1 and in small groups, building relationships and collaborating with staff to reduce barriers to learning. An ideal fit is someone with empathy, safeguarding awareness and strong classroom support skills.

Qualifications

• A proactive, reliable and compassionate Pastoral Support Worker who genuinely enjoys working with children.
• Patience, emotional maturity and the ability to remain calm under pressure.
• Common sense and a working knowledge of safeguarding.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to build positive relationships quickly.
• Experience in schools, childcare, youth work or mentoring (desirable, not essential).
• Good general knowledge in English and Maths to support pupils confidently.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 and small-group support for pupils with challenging home lives and SEMH.
• Build strong, trusting relationships to support confidence, motivation and positive behaviour.
• Work collaboratively with teachers, SEN staff, pastoral teams and social workers to deliver targeted support.
• Contribute to a calm, nurturing and inclusive learning environment.
• Adapt flexibly to the needs of the pupils and the school day.

Skills

Compassionate

Patience

Strong communication

Safeguarding knowledge

Experience in education

English and Maths knowledge

Job description

Pastoral Support Worker - Primary School - Brent

Commencing - November 2026

Are you passionate about helping children grow academically, socially and emotionally?
We are looking for a warm, committed and enthusiastic Pastoral Support Worker to join our friendly primary school team from November 2026, supporting pupils across EYFS, Key Stage 1 and Key Stage 2.

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who loves working with children, enjoys being a positive role model, and is keen to make a real difference every day.

About this Pastoral Support Worker Role:

As a Pastoral Support Worker, you will work closely with pupils who need extra guidance to help them overcome barriers to learning. You will support their emotional wellbeing, encourage positive behaviour, and help them build confidence and resilience so they can achieve their best. This role would be particularly suited to a psychology graduate or someone interested in social care.

Key Responsibilities of a Pastoral Support Worker

• Provide 1:1 and small-group support for pupils with challenging homelives and SEMH

• Build strong, trusting relationships to support confidence, motivation and positive behaviour

• Work collaboratively with teachers, SEN staff, pastoral teams and social workers to deliver targeted support

• Contribute to a calm, nurturing and inclusive learning environment

• Adapt flexibly to the needs of the pupils and the school day

What We're Looking For

• A proactive, reliable and compassionate Pastoral Support Worker who genuinely enjoys working with children

• Patience, emotional maturity and the ability to remain calm under pressure

• Common sense and a working knowledge of safeguarding

• Strong communication skills and the ability to build positive relationships quickly

• Experience in schools, childcare, youth work or mentoring (desirable, not essential)

• Good general knowledge in English and Maths to support pupils confidently

Please note, where a salary or daily rate range is stated, the higher rate applies to candidates who meet the enhanced experience, training or qualification requirements specified within the advert. All daily/hourly rates quoted are inclusive of holiday pay at 12.07%