Empowering Youth: Pastoral Support Specialist (SEMH/ASD)

Witherslackgroup; Wythenshawe; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A caring educational group based in Wythenshawe is seeking a Pastoral Support Assistant to help meet the emotional needs of young people with complex challenges. The role involves delivering pastoral care, working closely with families and staff to create individualized support programs, and ensuring a positive learning environment. Candidates should have experience with additional support needs such as ASC or ADHD and ideally hold a relevant qualification. The position offers training, career development opportunities, and a £1,000 referral bonus.

Benefits

Full induction and on-the-job training

Full school holidays

Opportunities for career development

Flexible benefits including life insurance

Wellbeing tools and employee assistance

Medical cover for optician and dentist services

State-of-the-art facilities

Qualifications

• Experience working with young people in a school or care setting.
• Ability to work collaboratively with families and the wider team.
• Familiarity with multi-agency work.

Responsibilities

• Support the delivery of pastoral care and emotional support.
• Work with staff and families to develop individualised programmes.
• Create and maintain a positive learning environment.

Skills

Experience with ASC, ADHD, or SEMH pupils

Understanding of safeguarding and child protection

Good listening skills

Ability to inspire young people

Education

NVQ 3 in Care or Level 2 Teacher Assistant Qualification

Job description

A caring educational group based in Wythenshawe is seeking a Pastoral Support Assistant to help meet the emotional needs of young people with complex challenges. The role involves delivering pastoral care, working closely with families and staff to create individualized support programs, and ensuring a positive learning environment. Candidates should have experience with additional support needs such as ASC or ADHD and ideally hold a relevant qualification. The position offers training, career development opportunities, and a £1,000 referral bonus.