SEN Pastoral Support

SEN Pastoral Support Officer

Location: Birmingham B13
Salary: DOE
Contract Type: Full Time

About the Role

We are seeking a compassionate, resilient, and proactive SEN Pastoral Support Officer to join our supportive team. This role is vital in providing emotional, behavioural, and social support to pupils with Special Educational Needs (SEN), ensuring they can thrive both academically and personally.

Key Responsibilities

Provide 1:1 and small group pastoral support for pupils with SEN
Support students with social, emotional, and mental health (SEMH) needs
Build strong, trusting relationships with pupils to encourage engagement and confidence
Assist in managing behaviour and implementing personalised support plans
Work collaboratively with teachers, SENCO, and safeguarding teams
Liaise with parents/carers and external professionals where required
Promote a safe, inclusive, and nurturing learning environment
Support attendance, wellbeing, and emotional regulation strategies

The Ideal Candidate Will Have

Experience working with children or young people with SEN (e.g., ASD, ADHD, SEMH)
Strong interpersonal and communication skills
A calm, empathetic, and patient approach
Ability to build rapport and maintain professional boundaries
Experience with behaviour management strategies
Understanding of safeguarding and child protection procedures
Relevant qualifications (e.g., Teaching Assistant, Youth Work, Psychology) are desirable

What We Offer

Ongoing training through our online APD training
Reliable recruitment consultant with fast replies

Ready to make a difference? Apply today and take the next step in your career.

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All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.

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We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided.

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