Burton and South Derbyshire College
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A UK educational institution is seeking a full-time Pastoral Support Assistant in Burton upon Trent. You will provide essential support for students with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND), oversee tutorial activities, and work closely with various teams. The ideal candidate should have experience with SEND, be a team player, and be qualified or willing to work towards Level 2 English and Maths. A driving license may be required for transporting students. Generous benefits include pension schemes, staff training, and discounts.
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We are seeking a candidate who has experience of working with young people who have Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) to provide wellbeing support and oversee the planning, implementation and engagement of tutorial activities.
The successful applicant will work alongside the Additional Learning Support and Curriculum Teams reporting to the ALS Foundation Learning Team Leader. They will provide essential daily support such as attendance monitoring and record keeping, as well as attending EHCP review meetings and working with other professionals/multi‑agency teams.
This is a brand new role and will require a person who is able to work as part of a team, use their own initiative and be able to develop plans to meet the specific needs of learners. They must be passionate and learner‑focused, able to effectively safeguard and have a background of working with post‑16 learners and their families would be desirable, as would a driving licence with the potential of training to drive the College mini‑bus to assist with trips and visits.
Applicants should be qualified to, or willing to work towards, Level 2 English and Maths. Evidence of qualifications is required.
Burton and South Derbyshire College are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive culture and you should share those values. We would welcome applications from all candidates, including under‑represented groups in respect of age, disability, sex, gender or gender identity, ethnicity, race, religion or belief, sexual orientation or transgender status which would reflect our diverse community.
The College is registered with the Disclosure and Barring Service and the successful applicants for this post will be required to apply for the Disclosure at the enhanced level. In addition, internet searches will be undertaken in accordance with the KCSIE guidance. The College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people/vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
We are committed to a sustainability agenda and are working hard towards achieving a net zero environmental impact. We aim to embed this in our culture with our staff, learners, visitors and suppliers all expected to show dedication towards reducing our carbon footprint.
The closing date for receipt of applications is 12 noon, Monday 5th January 2026. Please see our “Work For Us” page on the College website for more information on how to complete the application. Please note late applications are not acceptable.
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