School Pastoral Practitioner — 1:1 Mentoring & Wellbeing

Outcomes First Group; Portsmouth; On-site; GBP 27,000; Full time

Job summary

An educational organization is looking for a Pastoral Practitioner based in Portsmouth to provide 1:1 mentoring and support for pupils with additional needs. The role involves working with teaching staff and families to create a nurturing environment. Key requirements include experience with children with special educational needs and a commitment to pupil wellbeing. The position is full-time, with a salary of £26,775 per annum, a permanent contract, and benefits such as life assurance and a pension scheme.

Benefits

Life assurance

Pension scheme

"Your Wellbeing Matters" mental health support

Flexible Benefits Platform

Cycle to Work Schemes

Electric Car Purchase Scheme

Critical illness cover

Family Growth Support

Qualifications

• Experience working with children or young people with additional needs including SEN or SEMH.
• Effective communication with pupils, staff, and families.
• Ability to keep composure during challenging scenarios.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 mentoring and support to pupils.
• Safeguard and promote pupil welfare at all times.
• Liaise and provide feedback to parents/carers.

Skills

Experience working with children or young people with additional needs

Strong interpersonal and communication skills

Ability to remain calm in challenging situations

Proactive approach to problem-solving

Commitment to safeguarding wellbeing

Full UK Driving Licence

Job description

An educational organization is looking for a Pastoral Practitioner based in Portsmouth to provide 1:1 mentoring and support for pupils with additional needs. The role involves working with teaching staff and families to create a nurturing environment. Key requirements include experience with children with special educational needs and a commitment to pupil wellbeing. The position is full-time, with a salary of £26,775 per annum, a permanent contract, and benefits such as life assurance and a pension scheme.