Job Advertisement: Pastoral Support Assistant
Location: Liverpool, UK
Company: Teaching Personnel
Contract Type: Full-Time, Temporary
Salary: Competitive, based on experience
About the Role:
Teaching Personnel is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Pastoral Support Officer to join our team and work within schools across Liverpool. This role is essential in promoting the well-being and emotional development of students, ensuring they have the support they need to succeed academically and personally.
Key Responsibilities:
- Provide one-on-one and group support to students, addressing emotional, social, and behavioural challenges.
- Develop and implement strategies to improve student attendance, engagement, and overall well-being.
- Work closely with teachers, parents, and external agencies to create tailored support plans for students.
- Assist in the delivery of personal development programs, including mental health awareness, anti-bullying initiatives, and life skills.
- Monitor and report on student progress, maintaining accurate records of interventions and outcomes.
- Support the safeguarding team in identifying and managing child protection issues, ensuring the safety and welfare of all students.
- Foster a positive and inclusive school environment, promoting respect and understanding among students.
Requirements:
- Previous experience in a pastoral or support role within an educational setting is highly desirable.
- A strong understanding of safeguarding and child protection procedures.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build trusting relationships with students, staff, and parents.
- Empathy, patience, and resilience, with a passion for supporting young people.
- Ability to work independently as well as part of a team, managing a varied workload with a calm and professional approach.
- A relevant qualification in education, youth work, or social work is an advantage.
- Enhanced DBS check and on the update service (or willingness to obtain one) is essential.
What We Offer:
- Competitive salary and benefits package.
- Ongoing professional development and training opportunities.
- The chance to make a meaningful difference in the lives of young people.
- A supportive and collaborative working environment within a reputable education agency.
How to Apply:
If you are passionate about supporting young people and have the skills and experience required for this role, we would love to hear from you! Please submit an up to date CV with all your relevant experience.
Alternatively please contact charlie.flavell@teachingpersonnel.com or call our Liverpool branch on 0151 271 0225 for more information.
Closing Date: 16th August 2024
Join Teaching Personnel and help shape the future of young people in Liverpool. Together, we can make a difference!
Don’t miss out! Early applications are encouraged as roles are being filled quickly.
Join us at Teaching Personnel and register today: https://register.teachingpersonnel.com/
All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details.
All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.
We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided.
For details of our privacy policy, please visit the Teaching Personnel website.
All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details.
All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.
We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided.
For details of our privacy policy, please visit the Teaching Personnel website.
