Pastoral Support Worker

jobs24.co.uk; Newport; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a compassionate Pastoral Support Worker to join their team. In this impactful role, you will provide vital support to students with special educational needs, ensuring they thrive in a positive learning environment. You'll work closely with students, Learning Mentors, and Tutors, addressing emotional and behavioral barriers while collaborating with multidisciplinary teams. This position not only offers the chance to make a real difference in young people's lives but also comes with a range of benefits, including fully paid training and generous leave allowances. If you're dedicated, adaptable, and ready to inspire change, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Blue Light Discount Card

Free Occupational Health Services

Fully Paid Training

Travel to Work Scheme

Online Shopping Discounts

Generous Annual Leave

UR STARS Recognition Program

Enhanced Sick Pay

Workplace Pension Scheme

Long Service Awards

Qualifications

• 1+ year of experience with SEN and ASD preferred.
• Understanding of safeguarding, equality, and diversity policies.

Responsibilities

• Provide holistic support to students with SEN.
• Collaborate with staff and external agencies for tailored support.

Skills

Communication Skills

Empathy

Relationship Building

Creative Thinking

Education

Training in ADHD, emotional literacy, or mental health first aid

Tools

Driving License

Job description

As a Pastoral Support Worker, you'll work closely with students, Learning Mentors, Tutors, and Managers to ensure every student thrives. From providing emotional, social, and behavioural support to managing caseloads and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams, you'll play a vital role in fostering a positive learning environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide one-on-one and group support in a holistic manner to students with SEN.
• Identify and address behavioural or emotional barriers to learning.
• Collaborate with staff, parents, and external agencies to create tailored support plans.
• Monitor attendance and implement strategies to improve engagement.
• Ensure safeguarding policies are followed and concerns are reported promptly.

Minimum Requirements:

• At least 1 year of relevant experience, preferably with SEN and ASD.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
• A proactive, empathetic approach with the ability to think creatively.
• Understanding of safeguarding, equality, and diversity policies.
• A full driving license and access to a vehicle.

Desirable Skills and Qualifications:

• Training in areas such as ADHD, emotional literacy, or mental health first aid.
• Experience with learning disabilities, mental health needs, or physical disabilities.
• Familiarity with alternative employment pathways like apprenticeships or internships.

Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of young people with special educational needs (SEN)? ROC College, a part of United Response, in North Devon is looking for a dedicated Pastoral Support Worker to support our students in reaching their full potential.

What We Offer:

• Access to Blue Light Discount Card and Costco membership.
• Access to free occupational health, physiotherapy, counselling, wellbeing and advice services.
• Fully paid training and access to nationally recognised qualifications/apprenticeships.
• Travel to work scheme (season ticket loan).
• Access to an online shopping platform with discounts from over 3,500 retailers.
• Generous annual leave allowance, recognising the need to balance work and personal life.
• UR STARS recognition program rewards for individuals and teams who go above and beyond.
• Enhanced company sick and maternity/paternity pay.
• Workplace pension scheme.
• Long service awards recognising loyalty to the people we support and the organisation.

If you're adaptable, committed, and ready to help students overcome challenges and achieve success, we'd love to hear from you! United Response is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and we expect all staff to share this commitment. Successful applicants in regulated activity will be subject to appropriate vetting procedures and an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. United Response's culture of inclusion, focus on health and wellbeing, and working models helps ensure that everyone - regardless of background - feels included and can be the best they can be. We believe we are made stronger by the unique capabilities and qualities that each person brings to our organisation and we invest in our employees to inspire confidence and help everyone realise their full potential.