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SalaryStretton Handley Primary School is a smaller than average village school, situated on the edge of the Peak district in Derbyshire, close to Ogston Reservoir. The Head Teacher and Governors of this caring and supportive church school are looking for an enthusiastic, creative and pro-active Pastoral Support Worker to support our children through specific, targeted interventions which focus on their wellbeing and enable them to achieve their full potential.
Job Purpose
To provide personal, social, learning support and guidance to individuals and support children in developing positive learning behaviours and positive mental health and wellbeing.
The Pastoral Support Worker will work with children on an individual and group basis, acting as:
1) Listener
2) Facilitator for Learning
3) Encourager
4) Motivator
5) Role Model
We can offer you a very supportive working environment, access to high quality CPD, and a support network through the local cluster.
We are looking for someone who has;
1) Experience working in a teaching support role (experience working in a supportive Pastoral role would be advantageous).
2) Knowledge of using a range of interventions, particularly those which support children’s social, emotional and mental health.
3) Good literacy and numeracy skills gained from general education to GCSE ‘O’ level
Provisional Interview Date: 29 April 2024
Due to this post having access to children and/or vulnerable adults, the successful candidate will be required to undertake a Disclosure and Barring Service check. The possession of a criminal record will not necessarily prevent an applicant from obtaining this post, as all cases are judged individually according to the nature of the role and information provided. Click here to see our policy on criminal background checks.
