Pastoral Support Worker in Bristol

Location: Bristol – Fishponds

The following information provides an overview of the skills, qualities, and qualifications needed for this role.

Pay: £110 – £120 per day

Type: Fixed-term (8 weeks)

Hours: Full-time, 8am – 3.30pm

Start date: 2nd September 2025

Elementa Support Services is proud to partner with a respected secondary academy in Fishponds, Bristol, to recruit a dedicated Pastoral Support Worker for an 8-week contract starting in February. This is an opportunity for experienced support staff with a background in pastoral care and safeguarding to make a positive impact within a vibrant educational environment.

About the Role

As a Pastoral Support Worker, you will play a vital role in promoting a safe, inclusive, and supportive atmosphere for students. You will provide essential pastoral care, contributing to students\’ emotional well-being and behaviour management, ensuring they have the support needed to thrive academically and socially.

Key Responsibilities

Supporting students on a day-to-day basis, fostering a positive and inclusive environment.

Implementing safeguarding procedures in line with school policies.

Building strong relationships with students, staff, and families to support student progress.

Monitoring and managing student behaviour, attendance and wellbeing.

Assisting with home visits

Candidate Requirements

Previous experience supporting students in an educational setting, particularly in pastoral roles.

Background in safeguarding, student support, or behaviour management.

Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Reliable, proactive, and empathetic approach to student welfare.

Full UK driving licence

Contract & recruitment information

Elementa is the recruiting partner therefore applicants being considered for the role after pre-screening will be required to complete the registration process for Elementa. This includes full vetting & background checks and application for an Enhanced DBS Disclosure (which may be chargeable @£64.20) unless you have a current Enhanced DBS subscribed to the update service.

If you have the relevant skills and experience necessary for this role then please apply with your full up to date CV.

ELEMENTA CANDIDATE COMMITMENT:

Weekly pay – no waiting for monthly payroll cut-off dates, Elementa pays one week in lieu.

PAYE contract – unless a candidate specifically requests it, all candidates are paid via PAYE giving them the protections and payment structure of a traditional employer:employee relationship.

Training & Support – a broad range of free or heavily discounted training available including Safeguarding, Behaviour, Team Teach, SEND, Makaton and Thrive. Regular welfare contact and support from a dedicated candidate manager.

Fair pay policy – our candidates are paid to scale, where a variation on this may be required written agreement will be provided ahead of the position.

Additional services to support our staff – we have a network of partners who offer support services to our candidates … tax returns, accountancy, legal and more. xiskglj

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