Student Wellbeing Advocate & Pastoral Support

Ringwood School; Ringwood; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Ringwood School is seeking a devoted Pastoral Support Worker to empower students with tailored interventions around behaviour, attendance and social interactions. You will collaborate with teachers, build strong links with families and external agencies, and act as a keyworker for assigned students.

The role requires safeguarding knowledge, empathy, and the ability to work in a team within a busy secondary school environment. Prior ELSA qualification and experience with SEND are advantageous.

Qualifications

• ELSA qualification and experience supporting students with emotional needs.
• Experience in a secondary school setting is preferred.
• Ability to work collaboratively with staff and external agencies.

Responsibilities

• Provide tailored advice and structured interventions to empower students in behaviour and attendance.
• Collaborate with teaching staff to share effective strategies for supporting students.
• Build strong connections with parents, staff, and external agencies for holistic support.
• Act as a dedicated keyworker, track progress, attend meetings, and report concerns to SENCo and Head of Year.
• Maintain confidentiality and safeguarding practices; promote a positive attitude toward learning.

Education

ELSA qualification

Tools

Communication with parents

Job description

Ringwood School is seeking a devoted Pastoral Support Worker to empower students with tailored interventions around behaviour, attendance and social interactions. You will collaborate with teachers, build strong links with families and external agencies, and act as a keyworker for assigned students.

The role requires safeguarding knowledge, empathy, and the ability to work in a team within a busy secondary school environment. Prior ELSA qualification and experience with SEND are advantageous.