Pastoral Support Assistant

Pastoral Support Assistant needed in Hastings

This school is part of a large trust, looking to recruit a Teaching Assistant who has an understanding of Pastoral approaches. The school is an SEMH School which means children display Social, Emotional, Mental Health.

Supporting children who are unable to attend class and need a little time to diffuse and dis-regulate. Being patient, compassionate and demonstrating unconditional positive regard is essential.

Applications for the position are welcome from candidates of ranging experience, and training will be provided, although previous experience working with students with SEMH, particularly attachment and trauma is preferable. Experience working with children with challenging behaviour is important and a strong sense of behaviour management is key.

You will:

• Have experience working with children, or passion to do so
• Be patient and nurturing
• Be able to demonstrate your ability to build professional relationships with children
• Hold a UK driving licence and own a car

Applications are encouraged from

• Youth workers
• Support Workers
• Behaviour Mentors
• SEN Teaching Assistants
• Candidates with personal experience, looking to begin a career in SEND education!

Why choose Engage Education?

• We pay all our staff in line with the Agency Worker Regulations, meaning your pay will be equal to that of a permanent employee
• You will benefit from your own dedicated Engage consultant who will provide ongoing support and guidance
• You will be invited to our wide range of continued professional development (CPD) training sessions, provided by our in-house team of experienced senior leaders. These are completely free to attend!

How to apply

If you’re as excited about this role as we are, you can apply below - or get in touch with us directly.

If you’re not contacted within 2 working days, unfortunately you have not been successful for this role. We have a lot of applications to our positions, so don’t be disheartened - you are still free to apply to one of our other vacancies that you may be more suited for. We will also keep your CV on file and continue to help you in your search for your next role.

All candidates will be required to undertake a valid enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance will be provided.

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We look forward to hearing from you!

You can apply for this role below or get in touch with us directly. All applicants require the appropriate qualifications, and all teachers require a formally-recognised teaching qualification.

If you are not contacted within 5 working days, unfortunately, you have been unsuccessful for this role.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: £95.00-£100.00 per day

Benefits:

• Referral programme

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday