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Pastoral Support Team Member / Learning Mentor - January to July 2025

Temp-to-Perm - £140 per day

Interviews are taking place WC 5th January

SANZA Teaching Agency is delighted to recruit on behalf of a four-times Outstanding special school with a vision that is ambitious, inclusive, and focused on transforming the lives of young people. This temp-to-perm position, starting in January, is ideal for someone passionate about pastoral support, wellbeing, and SEN education.

About the School

This exceptional school:
Strives for excellence in every area of its provision
Provides outstanding professional development, supporting staff from good to excellent
Is highly regarded both locally and nationally for its work in education and the creative sectors
Believes every student deserves the very best education
Offers a modern, well-resourced, and inspiring working environment

The Role: Pastoral Support Team Member

You will join a dedicated Pastoral Support Team to support students' emotional and academic development. Key responsibilities include:
Supporting students' wellbeing and helping them develop emotional self-regulation
Building trusting, positive relationships with pupils to guide reflection and personal growth
Understanding individual SEND needs to support the school's reflect-repair-reconnect approach
De-escalating challenging behaviour using proactive and appropriate strategies
Collaborating with teachers, the Pastoral Lead, and support staff to inform learning and intervention
Providing meaningful support that promotes personal development and resilience

Who We're Looking For

Committed, enthusiastic, and flexible, with resilience to work in a busy school environment
Patient, calm, and resourceful, with a strong focus on positive behaviour and wellbeing
Able to build strong relationships with pupils, parents, and colleagues
Experienced in supporting children with social, emotional, or behavioural needs
Knowledgeable about high-quality teaching and learning for SEN pupils
A team player who takes initiative and is eager to learn
Essential: Good literacy and numeracy skills
Desirable: Proven experience in pastoral or SEN support roles About the Students

Students are unique, full of potential, and require tailored support
Many have previously struggled in mainstream settings
Pupils typically remain until 16-17, progressing to local colleges or training
They have a variety of Learning Needs, SLCN, and Emotional Needs