Pastoral Care Assistant in Chigwell

Pastoral Support Assistant

£30,650 - £35,396 + excellent benefits.

Responsibilities

• Support the emotional and behavioural needs of young people with complex conditions such as Autistic Spectrum Disorder, Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) and BESD.
• Work closely with families and develop individualized programmes and care plans for each pupil.
• Maintain a positive learning environment through careful assessment, planning and the application of high standards of care.
• Motivate and inspire pupils to achieve, operating effectively as part of a team.
• Contribute to multi‑agency collaborations, ensuring consistency with safeguarding and child protection legislation.

Qualifications

• Experience working with ASC, ADHD or SEMH pupils and in challenging family circumstances.
• Knowledge of safeguarding, child protection policies and legislation.
• Experience of multi‑agency work.
• NVQ Level 3 in Care or Level 2 Teaching Assistant qualification (preferred).
• Understanding of developmental needs of youths with BESD or ASD.

Benefits

• Full induction and on‑the‑job training.
• Full school holidays.
• Opportunity for progression – many leaders promoted from within the Group.
• Flexible benefits, including life insurance options.
• Well‑being support, employee assistance and medical cover for optician or dentist appointments.
• Access to high‑street discounts and a contributory pension scheme matched up to 5%.
• £1,000 referral bonus for each successful candidate you refer.

Additional Information

• The role requires an enhanced DBS check (cost covered).
• We are an equal opportunities employer welcoming applications from all sections of the community.
• The Witherslack Group has a strong commitment to safeguarding and the welfare of its young people.