Pastoral Support Assistant - Wellbeing and Mental Health

Academics Ltd.; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job description

Behaviour Mentor – Learning Mentor – Mental Health - Trauma - Dorking

Would you like to work with young people who need support with their social, emotional mental health? Are you looking for some progression from a learning support role? If so, this is the ideal opportunity for you.

The School:

The school is based in Woking and provides support for children aged 9-16 years who have a range of learning and behavioural needs due to social, emotional and mental health challenges. All students that attend the school have a designated Education Health Care Plan (EHCP) which details their specific needs in terms of the care and support they will have access to. The school provides a safe learning environment for children who suffer with high levels of anxiety which can result in a lack of focus and challenging behaviour.

The school is undergoing a transformation and are looking forward to their brand new, state of the art building and facilities. With that in mind, it’s a really exciting time to join.

What is involved:

1. Providing assistance and supervision for children’s behaviour during the school day and supporting their learning and participation in class.
2. Working 1-1 with students to help them learn ways of managing and controlling their own behaviours.
3. Recognising behaviour triggers and helping to de-escalate challenging situations.
4. Working with a class, a small group or individual learners, both inside and outside of the classroom.
5. Encouraging the development of social skills and supporting students’ individual needs.
6. Helping to build confidence and motivation.
7. Participating in team meetings and training programmes as an active member of a team.
8. Supporting regulations pertaining to safeguarding.

What is required:

1. An Undergraduate Degree, ideally in a relevant subject such as Psychology or Criminology.
2. Prior experience as a learning support assistant/mentor in a school setting, ideally for challenging students.
3. Knowledge and/or a keen interest and understanding of the range of different types of learning and behavioural needs.
4. Good general education levels in English and Maths – A Levels are preferable.
5. A co-operative working style and a proactive approach to solving problems.
6. Good interpersonal and communication skills and a caring attitude.

Summary:

£90 to £110 daily rate (5-day week - 30am to 4.00pm). January 25 start, or sooner for those that are available. Apply via this advert or call Ben Mason on 01483 362393 for more details.