Pastoral Teaching Assistant

eTeach UK Limited; West of England; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Defined benefit pension schemes (LGPS,

TPS pension schemes

31 days annual leave

Job summary

E-ACT Ilminster Academy is seeking a compassionate Pastoral Teaching Assistant to support pupils needing pastoral, emotional and behavioural help. You will foster caring relationships, promote wellbeing and inclusion, and contribute to a nurturing learning environment.

You will work with teachers and leaders to identify pupils needing support, deliver targeted interventions, and help manage behaviours during unstructured times to enhance wellbeing and social skills.

Qualifications

• GCSE Grade C/4 or above in English and Mathematics.
• Relevant TA qualification, childcare qualification, or equivalent experience working with children and young people.
• Strong understanding of barriers affecting learning, wellbeing and engagement.

Responsibilities

• Provide pastoral, emotional and behavioural support to pupils to help overcome barriers to learning.
• Build positive, trusting relationships with pupils and act as a supportive role model.
• Deliver targeted interventions to promote wellbeing, confidence and social skills.
• Collaborate with teachers and leaders to identify and support pupils facing difficulties.
• Support pupils during break and lunchtimes to promote positive behaviour and social interaction.

Skills

Pastoral support

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Education

GCSE English/Maths (C/4)

Teaching Assistant qualification

Childcare qualification

Job description

Job Title: Pastoral Teaching AssistantWe are seeking a compassionate, dedicated and proactive Pastoral Teaching Assistant to join our supportive team. You will work closely with pupils who require additional pastoral, emotional and behavioural support, helping them overcome barriers to learning and achieve their full potential. As a key member of our school community, you will build positive relationships with pupils and families, promote wellbeing and inclusion, and play a vital role in creating a nurturing environment where every child can thrive.

Key responsibilities: Provide pastoral, emotional and behavioural support to pupils, helping them overcome barriers to learning and achieve positive outcomes.Build positive and trusting relationships with pupils, acting as a consistent and supportive adult role model.Deliver targeted interventions and support programmes to promote wellbeing, confidence, resilience and social skills.Work closely with teachers and school leaders to identify and support pupils who may be experiencing difficulties affecting their education.Support pupils during unstructured times, including breaktimes and lunchtimes, helping to promote positive behaviour and social interaction.

Qualifications and Skills: GCSE Grade C/4 or above (or equivalent) in English and Mathematics.Relevant Teaching Assistant qualification, childcare qualification, or equivalent experience working with children and young people.A strong understanding of the barriers that can impact pupils' learning, wellbeing and engagement.Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build positive and trusting relationships with pupils, parents/carers and colleagues.The ability to remain calm, resilient and professional when supporting pupils through challenging situations.

E-ACT Ilminster Academy | Enjoy, success, respect, community, responsibility and compassion At Ilminster Avenue E-ACT Academy, we prioritize enjoyment, success, respect, community, responsibility, and compassion. With a focus on holistic development, we empower students to excel academically while also fostering a sense of belonging and compassion for others. Want to make a difference to young people? Are you ready to embark on a rewarding journey within an educational community that values diversity, encourages collaboration, and celebrates excellence?

What are we about?Join a trust that is going places! At E-ACT, we believe every child deserves opportunity. Our ‘Opening Minds, Opening Doors’ strategy breaks down barriers and builds pathways to success; driven by purposeful leadership, collaboration, and innovation. We champion diversity, encourage a people-first culture, and ensure every voice is heard.We are proud to lead system-wide change both locally and national - providing sector-wide support while transforming futures. Our achievements are recognised through winning MAT of the Year 2023 at the MAT Excellence Awards and National School Awards, and also the TES Trust Leadership Award 2024. E-ACT is recognised for shaping bold educational outcomes. Most recently, two of our Birmingham academies were selected by the Department for Education as RISE Regional Hubs, in recognition of their outstanding work on inclusion and behaviour, a testament to the impact of our people-first culture and relentless drive for excellence.With 37 academies and over 25,000 pupils, our dedicated staff make excellence possible. We prioritise wellbeing, tackle workload, and continuously raise the bar. We don’t just educate, we inspire ambition and empower every child to thrive.

Benefits: Financial and LifestyleWe offer a strong financial package including access to defined benefit pension schemes (LGPS or TPS), life cover at three times pensionable pay, and 31 days of annual leave for year-round employees. Staff can also benefit from the Cycle to Work scheme, promoting healthy and sustainable commuting. Professional Growth and DevelopmentWe invest heavily in staff development through tailored INSET days and high-quality CPD opportunities. Teaching staff benefit from automatic UPS progression, a structured 9-point pay scale (M1 to UPS3), and full TLR payments for part-time colleagues fulfilling full responsibilities. Culture and WellbeingOur people-first culture values every colleague. We support wellbeing through the Wisdom app and a free Employee Assistance Programme offering counselling and financial advice. Collaboration is at the heart of our Trust, encouraging shared learning and collective success. Please look at our 'Work for Us' page and Recruitment Pack for more information.

We welcome applications from all sections of the community.