Pastoral Support Worker
Academics · Chippenham · posted 30 days ago
Occupation
3221Youth and community workers
Going rate for this occupation: £33,400 · UK median pay £32,654
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Would you like a role where you can become a trusted and consistent source of support for children who may find school, relationships, emotions or behaviour challenging? If you are empathetic, approachable and passionate about helping children develop confidence and resilience, this Pastoral Support Worker opportunity in Chippenham, Wiltshire could be an excellent next step.
A specialist school in Chippenham is seeking a caring and proactive Pastoral Support Worker to join its wider support team. You will work with children aged 5-16 , including children with Autism, Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs, emotional regulation difficulties and additional learning needs .
As a Pastoral Support Worker , you will focus on the individual child rather than simply responding to behaviour. You will build strong relationships, understand the challenges children may be experiencing and provide practical encouragement to help them feel more secure, confident and ready to engage with school.
The Role
The Pastoral Support Worker will provide targeted support across the school day, helping children manage emotional, social and behavioural challenges both inside and outside the classroom.
Your responsibilities will include:
Providing 1:1 and small-group pastoral support based on individual children's needs. Building consistent, positive relationships with children and becoming a trusted adult. Supporting children to recognise and communicate their emotions. Helping children develop emotional regulation, resilience and coping strategies . Providing reassurance and guidance during periods of anxiety, frustration or emotional dysregulation. Encouraging positive behaviour, appropriate communication and respectful relationships. Supporting children during break times, lunchtimes, transitions and other less structured parts of the school day. Helping children overcome social and emotional barriers that may affect their learning. Encouraging attendance, engagement and positive participation in school life. Supporting targeted pastoral and wellbeing activities.
About You
We are looking for a Pastoral Support Worker who is:
Compassionate, patient and emotionally resilient. Naturally approachable and confident building relationships with children. Passionate about child development, emotional wellbeing and inclusion . Calm and consistent when supporting children through challenging situations. Able to maintain appropriate professional boundaries. A good listener with strong communication skills.
Why Become a Pastoral Support Worker?
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