Pastoral Support Assistant

Sector - Education and Training Pastoral Support Assistant - Behaviour Mentor - SEMH - Bristol Would you like to work with young people who need support with their social, emotional mental health? If so, this is the ideal opportunity for you. The School: The school is based in Bristol and provides support for children aged 9-16 years who have a range of learning and behavioural needs due to social, emotional and mental health challenges. All students that attend the school have a designated Education Health Care Plan (EHCP) which details their specific needs in terms of the care and support they will have access to. The pupils at the school can struggle to form string, healthy relationships and can present high levels of anxiety and challenging behaviour. This opportunity is very much open to more experienced practitioners or recent graduates that are keen to kick start their career in special needs. What is involved: This is not a fully based class role, but you will still be providing assistance and supervision for children's behaviour during the school day and supporting their learning and participation in class You will be working closely with the students outside of the class to provide additional support, advice and guidance around the school You will support with transitioning between classes and ensuring that behaviour is maintained during breaks You will have the opportunity to work with students during offsite visits, meetings and trips Helping to build confidence and motivation Participating in team meetings and training programmes as an active member of a team Maintaining progress records Supporting regulations pertaining to safeguarding What is required: An Undergraduate Degree, ideally in a relevant subject such as Psychology/Criminology OR some specialist SEN training and experience Knowledge and/or a keen interest and understanding of the range of different types of learning and behavioural needs Good interpersonal and communication skill and a caring attitude Flexibility in terms of working patterns Summary: Pastoral Support Assistant , Graduate Opportunity, Behaviour Mentor £90 daily rate (5-day week - 8.30am to 4.00pm) Special needs schools and mainstream settings with specialist provision (SEMH, ASC, EBD, PMLD, SLD) Full time and part time roles, flexible working hours and short and long term contracts January 25 start, or earlier depending on your availability Apply via this advert and a member of the Academics Bristol team will contact you ASAP Bristol - Education and Training - Pastoral Support Assistant

Location: Bristol, GB

Posted Date: 1/10/2025