Pastoral Assistant – SEMH & Sports
The following information provides an overview of the skills, qualities, and qualifications needed for this role.
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. xgikmsk
- Supportive and collaborative specialist education environment.
- Opportunities for training, professional d...
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