At a Glance
- Tasks: Provide one-to-one and small-group support to help students thrive.
- Company: Flourish Education, dedicated to student welfare and support.
- Benefits: Earn £110 to £140 per day, plus holiday pay and pension contributions.
- Other info: Great location in Harborne with excellent transport links.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in students' lives while developing your skills.
- Qualifications: Experience with young people and strong communication skills required.
The predicted salary is between 27300 - 27300 £ per year.
Job Role
- Provide one-to-one and small-group pastoral support to students across the school day.
- Listen to students’ concerns and help them identify practical ways to manage difficulties.
- Support students with attendance, punctuality, organisation and engagement in learning.
- Help resolve friendship issues and encourage respectful communication and positive relationships.
- Use appropriate strategies to support emotional regulation and positive behaviour.
- Support students during transitions, breaktimes, lunchtimes and other less-structured periods.
- Share relevant concerns and progress updates with teachers and the pastoral or safeguarding team.
- Maintain accurate records of support provided, conversations and agreed actions.
Required Skills and Experience
- Experience working with children or young people in a school, youth, care or support setting.
- An understanding of the pastoral and social needs of secondary-aged students.
- An approachable, empathetic and non-judgemental manner.
- Clear communication skills and the ability to build trust while maintaining professional boundaries.
- Confidence supporting students who may be upset, anxious or displaying challenging behaviour.
- Ability to work collaboratively and follow school policies and procedures.
- Good organisation and accurate record keeping.
- An enhanced DBS check, or willingness to obtain one.
Flourish Education also offers you excellent benefits, including
- £110 to£140, per day, depending on experience, which equates to approximately £21,450to £27,300per annum based on working 5 days a week for a full school year
- Holiday Pay – 12.07% of your day rate accrued into your holiday pot if you opt in.
- Pension contributions.
- Free KCSIE-compliant Safeguarding and Prevent Duty Training.
- Refer a Friend bonus scheme.
- Regular contact throughout your registration and while you are working.
- Dedicated consultant support throughout your placement.
Location
This Pastoral Support role is based in Harborne, Birmingham, and is easily commutable from Edgbaston, Quinton, Bearwood, Smethwick, Selly Oak, Northfield, Bartley Green, Oldbury and surrounding areas.
The location benefits from good transport links, making it accessible for candidates travelling from across South Birmingham and the surrounding areas.
Legal
Flourish Education Ltd is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects every candidate to share this commitment.
All candidates are subject to a satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.
It is an offence to apply for the role if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant to children.
Flourish Education is acting as an employment and business agency.
Pastoral Support in Birmingham employer: Flourish Education
Flourish Education is an exceptional employer for Nursery Nurses, offering a supportive and welcoming work environment in a 'Good' rated school in Lichfield. With a focus on employee growth, you will benefit from ongoing training, including safeguarding modules, and enjoy flexible part-time hours that allow for a healthy work-life balance. The school's excellent transport links and on-site parking further enhance the convenience of your daily commute, making it an ideal place to thrive in your career while making a meaningful impact on children's lives.
