SEN Pastoral Support Worker — Calm, 1:1 Mentoring

Teaching Personnel; Eling; On-site; GBP 31,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Teaching Personnel are recruiting for full-time Pastoral Support Workers to support students with additional needs in SEN schools across Fawley, Dibden, Totton and Romsey. You will help with emotional wellbeing, behaviour and engagement, with small classes of up to 4 students per class.

The role involves 1:1 support, mentoring, and close collaboration with Teachers, LSAs and pastoral teams. Some experience in SEN or pastoral work is highly desirable, and strong communication and empathy are

Qualifications

• Previous SEN, SEMH, behaviour or pastoral experience is highly desirable.
• Backgrounds in education, care, youth work, residential care or support work are welcomed.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
• Calm, resilient and empathetic nature.
• Full-time availability.

Responsibilities

• Supporting students during periods of emotional dysregulation or anxiety.
• Helping pupils build confidence, routines and positive relationships.
• De-escalating challenging behaviour in a calm and supportive manner.
• Encouraging engagement within lessons and school activities.
• Providing 1:1 support and mentoring throughout the day.
• Working closely with Teachers, LSAs and wider pastoral teams.
• Supporting students both inside and outside of the classroom environment.

Skills

Communication

Empathy

Resilience

Behaviour support

Classroom management

Education

Experience in education

SEN experience

Job description

Teaching Personnel are recruiting for full-time Pastoral Support Workers to support students with additional needs in SEN schools across Fawley, Dibden, Totton and Romsey. You will help with emotional wellbeing, behaviour and engagement, with small classes of up to 4 students per class.

The role involves 1:1 support, mentoring, and close collaboration with Teachers, LSAs and pastoral teams. Some experience in SEN or pastoral work is highly desirable, and strong communication and empathy are