Pastoral Assistant – SEMH & Sports
Location: Southwark, London
Salary: £22,155.05–£26,708.53 per annum
Contract: Full-Time | Permanent | Term-Time Only
Hours: Monday–Friday, 8:30am–4:00pm
About the Role
New Chapter Tuition is recruiting a passionate and resilient Pastoral Assistant to join their team, a specialist education setting supporting young people with SEMH needs and SEND.
This is an excellent opportunity for someone with a background in sports coaching, physical education, youth work or pastoral support who wants to make a meaningful difference to young people's lives.
The successful candidate will use positive relationships, physical activity and a trauma-informed approach to help students develop confidence, emotional regulation and engagement with education.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide pastoral, emotional and behavioural support to students with SEMH and SEND needs.
- Use sports, physical activity and practical activities to encourage engagement, confidence and positive behaviour.
- Build trusting, professional relationships with young people who may have experienced barriers to education.
- Support students with emotional regulation, social skills and conflict resolution.
- Assist with behaviour support strategies and individual learning plans.
- Work collaboratively with teachers, pastoral staff and external professionals.
- Support students during transitions, unstructured times and challenging situations.
- Maintain accurate records and follow safeguarding procedures.
About You
We are looking for someone who:
- Has experience in sports coaching, PE, youth work, mentoring, pastoral support or a similar role.
- Has experience supporting children or young people with SEMH, SEND or behavioural needs.
- Is confident using physical activity and practical engagement to build positive relationships.
- Demonstrates patience, resilience, empathy and strong communication skills.
- Can remain calm and professional when supporting challenging behaviour.
- Understands the importance of safeguarding, professional boundaries and a consistent approach.
- Is enthusiastic about helping young people achieve their potential.
Experience working in an alternative provision, specialist school or similar setting would be advantageous.
What's on Offer?
- Competitive salary of £22,155.05–£26,708.53 per annum.
- Permanent, term-time-only employment.
- Supportive and collaborative specialist education environment.
- Opportunities for training, professional development and career progression.
- The opportunity to make a genuine difference to vulnerable young people's education and wellbeing.
Apply Today
If you have a background in sports coaching, youth work or pastoral support and are passionate about supporting young people with SEMH needs, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply today through New Chapter Tuition to find out more about this opportunity.
Safeguarding: New Chapter Tuition is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. The successful applicant will be subject to an enhanced DBS check, satisfactory references and relevant safer recruitment checks.
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Contact Details:
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