Pastoral Support Assistant

Birmingham Source: WhatJobs

Up to £100 per day

Pastoral Support Assistant

Knowle, Birmingham
Up to £100 per day
Full-Time | Long-Term Opportunity

Working Hours

Monday: 8:30am – 4:30pm
Tuesday – Thursday: 8:30am – 3:30pm
Friday: 8:30am – 2:30pm

Do you have experience supporting young people who need guidance, structure, and positive role models?

We’re seeking a confident and resilient Pastoral Support Assistant to join a specialist primary school supporting pupils with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs.

This role would suit candidates from a variety of backgrounds including youth work, support work, sports coaching, care, mentoring, alternative provision, SEND support, or education. If you’re passionate about helping children reach their potential and thrive in a challenging but highly rewarding environment, we’d love to hear from you.

The Opportunity

You will work closely with pupils who require additional emotional and behavioural support throughout the school day. Building positive relationships is at the heart of this role, helping children feel safe, supported, and ready to engage with learning.

Every day brings new challenges and successes, making this a fantastic opportunity for someone who enjoys making a genuine difference in children’s lives.

Key Responsibilities

Supporting pupils with SEMH and behavioural needs
Acting as a positive role model throughout the school day
Encouraging engagement, confidence, and self-regulation
Managing challenging behaviours using a calm and consistent approach
Working collaboratively with teachers and support staff
Supporting pupils both inside and outside of the classroom

Why Apply?

Long-term, stable opportunity
Friendly and highly supportive staff team
Excellent experience for those considering teaching, psychology, social work, youth justice, or pastoral careers
Rewarding role where you can see the impact of your support every day
Opportunity to work within a specialist SEMH setting

Candidate Requirements

Experience working with children, young people, or vulnerable individuals
Strong communication and relationship-building skills
Resilient, patient, and proactive approach
Ability to remain calm under pressure
Team Teach training is highly desirable but not essential
Driving licence and access to a vehicle preferred

Location

The school is situated in a rural area of Knowle and has limited public transport access. Candidates with their own transport are strongly preferred, as bus routes only run as far as Dorridge.

This position is primarily offered on a full-time, long-term basis, although exceptional candidates seeking part-time work may be considered.

Connex Education Partnership is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and candidates to share this commitment. We adhere to Safer Recruitment practices in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE), Working Together to Safeguard Children 2023, and other relevant legislation. All appointments are subject to rigorous pre-employment checks, including references and an enhanced DBS check.

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