Pastoral Support Worker
Job description
About the Role
Teaching Personnel are currently working in partnership with a number of secondary and primary schools across Bristol who are seeking dedicated and compassionate Pastoral Support Workers to join their teams.
This is a rewarding opportunity for individuals who are passionate about supporting young people’s emotional wellbeing, behaviour, and personal development within an educational setting.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide pastoral care and emotional support to pupils on a 1:1 basis or in small groups
- Support students with behavioural needs, helping them to stay engaged with learning
- Build strong relationships with pupils, acting as a trusted adult and role model
- Assist with attendance, behaviour tracking, and intervention strategies
- Work collaboratively with teaching staff, SEN teams, and safeguarding leads
- Promote a safe, inclusive, and positive school environment
The Ideal Candidate
- Previous experience working with children or young people (school, youth work, care, or similar)
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills
- Calm, patient, and resilient approach
- A genuine passion for supporting pupils with additional or complex needs
- Ability to build rapport quickly and effectively
- Understanding of safeguarding and child protection (training can be provided)
Desirable Experience
- Experience working with SEN, SEMH, or challenging behaviour
- Relevant qualifications in education, psychology, youth work, or childcare
Why Work with Teaching Personnel?
- Competitive daily rates paid weekly via PAYE
- Flexible work to suit your availability
- Access to a wide range of schools across Bristol
- Ongoing professional development and CPD opportunities
- Dedicated consultant support throughout your placements
- Opportunity for long-term roles and permanent placements
How to Apply
If you are interested in this role, please apply with your CV today or contact the Bristol branch of Teaching Personnel for more information.
All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details.
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.
Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.
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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