Pastoral Mentor / Student Support WorkerProvide pastoral care, mentoring and safeguarding support within a secondary education setting. This full-time, term-time role supports student progress, behaviour management and personal development across Key Stages 3 and 4.If youve also worked in the following roles, wed also like to hear from you: Learning Support Assistant, SEN Teaching Assistant, Teaching Assistant, Youth Worker, Inclusion Support Worker, Behaviour Mentor, Safeguarding Support Officer, Pastoral Support Worker, Learning Mentor, Classroom Support Worker, Classroom Assistant, Pastoral Support Worker, Behaviour Support WorkerSALARY: £24,796 per annum FTE / Actual Annual Salary £20,116 per annum + BenefitsLOCATION: Hedge End, Southampton, HampshireJOB TYPE: Full-Time, Permanent WORKING HOURS: 35 Hours per Week, Monday to Friday 8.30am - 4.00pm, Term Time only (39 weeks)JOB OVERVIEWAs part of an exciting phase of growth, the organisation is seeking a committed and compassionate Pastoral Mentor / Student Support Worker to join its secondary education team. With a strong focus on safeguarding, student wellbeing and inclusion, this is a rewarding opportunity within a supportive academy environment.The Pastoral Mentor / Student Support Worker will work closely with Year Heads and the wider pastoral care team to provide mentoring, early intervention and behaviour management support. You will play a key role in promoting positive student progress and personal development.As a Pastoral Mentor / Student Support Worker you will build trusted relationships, support emotional wellbeing and contribute to a safe, inclusive school community where every learner can thrive.APPLY TODAYReady to make your next career move? Apply Today for our Recruitment Team to review.DUTIESYour duties as the Pastoral Mentor / Student Support Worker include:Student Support: Provide individualised support and guidance on academic, social, emotional and behavioural issuesAttendance Monitoring: Monitor student attendance, punctuality and overall wellbeingBehaviour Management: Manage student behaviour within the year group in line with school policiesMentoring: Deliver one-to-one mentoring to build confidence, resilience and self-esteemEarly Intervention: Identify emerging concerns and implement appropriate support strategiesParental Liaison: Maintain regular communication with parents and carers regarding student progress and wellbeingAgency Collaboration: Liaise with teachers, support staff and external agencies to ensure a holistic and coordinated approachYear Group Support: Work collaboratively with the Year Head to ensure the smooth running of the year group and deputise in their absenceCurriculum Contribution: Contribute to the development and implementation of year group curriculum plansPolicy Development: Support the development and implementation of year group policies and proceduresData Analysis: Analyse student data to identify trends and areas for improvementMeetings and Reporting: Attend pastoral meetings and contribute to reports and documentation relating to student progress and wellbeingGeneral Duties: Undertake any other reasonable duties within the scope of the postCANDIDATE REQUIREMENTSA genuine interest in the welfare and development of young peoplePossess excellent communication, interpersonal and listening skillsPatient, empathetic and reliable individual with a positive and caring approachStrong advocate for safeguarding and promoting the well-being of childrenTeam player with a collaborative approach and a commitment to confidentialityHave experience working with young people in a pastoral care setting (desirable but not essential)BENEFITSExceptional team environment where all staff are valuedExcellent Continuing Professional Development with high quality CPD programsMany opportunities for career progressionExtensive department resources and facilitiesOne day per academic year a fully paid day off to support personal eventsTwo-week October half term: Providing staff and students with an extended break during the autumn termEnrolment in one of the UKs largest public sector pension schemesA tax efficient Cycle-to-Work scheme through salary sacrificeStaff membership rates to a modern Leisure CentreThe school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The school will ensure that all their recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment. All successful candidates will be subject to Disclosure and Barring Service / DBS checks along with other relevant employment checks.We reserve the right to close any of our vacancies early.APPLY TODAYBy submitting your job application to us you are hereby giving us your express consent to submit your details to our Client for this purpose.JOB REF: AWDO-P14448Full-Time, Permanent Education Jobs, Careers and Vacancies. Find a new job and work in Hedge End, Southampton, Hampshire. Multi-Job Board Advertising and CV Sourcing Recruitment Services provided by AWD online.AWD online specialise in sourcing candidates and advertising vacancies on multiple job boards for companies on a non-commission basis. AWD online operates as an employment agency.AWD-IN-SPJJBRP1_UKTJ