Pastoral Support Worker

Aspire People; London; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading SEN school in Ealing is looking for a compassionate Pastoral Support Worker to support students with emotional and behavioral needs. You will work in a nurturing environment, building relationships with children, implementing support plans, and ensuring a safe and inclusive atmosphere. This full-time role offers an excellent opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of young people while growing within a dedicated team.

Benefits

Comprehensive training and development in SEN

Opportunities for progression

Staff well-being initiatives

Qualifications

• Experience in educational or SEN settings is ideal.
• Calm, empathetic, and consistent approach to support.
• Strong interpersonal skills and proactive under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Build positive relationships with students to support emotional well-being.
• Provide one-to-one pastoral support for managing emotions and behaviours.
• Monitor student welfare and work closely with staff and families.

Skills

Communication

Empathy

Behaviour Management

Resilience

Education

Experience working with children or young people

Job description

Job Title: Pastoral Support Worker - SEN School
Location: Ealing, London
Salary: 24,000 - 28,000 (dependent on experience and qualifications)
Contract: Full-time, Term-Time Only (Permanent role)
Start Date: September 2025 (or sooner if available)

Make a difference where it matters most.
Are you a compassionate, resilient, and proactive individual with a passion for supporting young people? A well-regarded special educational needs (SEN) school in Ealing is seeking dedicated Pastoral Support Workers to join their nurturing and dynamic team.

This role is ideal for someone who wants to make a meaningful impact in the lives of children and young people with a range of needs, including autism, ADHD, speech and language difficulties, and social, emotional and mental health (SEMH) needs.

Key Responsibilities:
Build strong, positive relationships with students to support their emotional well-being and engagement in school life

Provide one-to-one and small group pastoral support to help pupils manage emotions, behaviour, and social interactions

Monitor student welfare and behaviour across the school day, working closely with teaching staff, therapists, and families

Support the implementation of behaviour and emotional support plans

Promote a safe, inclusive, and respectful environment

Assist in managing transitions, incidents, and conflict resolution

The Ideal Candidate Will Have:
Experience working with children or young people, ideally in an educational, SEN, youth work, or mental health setting

A calm, empathetic, and consistent approach to behaviour and emotional support

Strong communication and interpersonal skills

The ability to remain positive and proactive under pressure

A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the well-being of all pupils

We Offer:
A supportive, friendly team and positive school culture

Comprehensive training and development in SEN and pastoral care

Opportunities to progress within a growing school community

Staff well-being initiatives and access to mental health support

The opportunity to make a lasting impact every single day

Whether you're an experienced pastoral worker, a youth worker, or looking to step into a school-based support role with purpose-we want to hear from you.

Apply now by sending your CV and a short cover letter outlining your interest and suitability for the role.

Aspire People Limited provides services as an Education Agency and an Education Employment Business. Aspire People is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and expects every candidate to share this commitment. Placements are subject, to appropriate Child Protection screening, including checks with former employers and the Disclosure and Barring Checks.