Job Description

Seaton Valley High School

Prospect Avenue

Seaton Delaval

Tyne and Wear

NE25 0FW

0191 237 1505

Pastoral Support Worker

Band 5, SCP 12 to 17, 28,598 to 31,022 (22,863 to 24,801 pro rata)

Permanent, 35 hours per week term time plus 1 day

Small enough to care, big enough to make a positive impact

At

Seaton Valley High School

, located in South East Northumberland, we are proud of our high standards in teaching, behaviour, and student achievement. We are a 13-18 school with a strong commitment to continuous improvement, and following our recent Ofsted rating of

'Good'

, we remain ambitious in our drive to ensure every student thrives in all areas of school life.

We are seeking to appoint a dedicated and resilient

Pastoral Support Worker

to join our supportive and experienced team. This is an exciting opportunity to make a real difference to the lives of young people by supporting their emotional wellbeing, mental health, and behaviour--ensuring they can access learning and achieve their full potential.

You will provide day-to-day pastoral support to students aged 13 to 16, with a focus on those experiencing social, emotional, or behavioural challenges. Support students in overcoming barriers to learning through positive behaviour strategies. Whilst working closely with teaching staff, Heads of Year, and external agencies to promote the welfare and wellbeing of all students. Build trusted, professional relationships with students and act as a role model for respectful, positive behaviour. Support with the smooth running of the school day by applying the Federation's attendance waves of intervention to try and secure the best possible outcomes, contributing to a safe and inclusive environment for all.

You will have experience working with young people, particularly those with social, emotional, or mental health needs, demonstrate a strong understanding of safeguarding, behaviour support, and pastoral care whilst being calm, confident, and resilient when managing behaviour and responding to challenging situations. Show excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage effectively with students, families, and colleagues. Be adaptable, proactive, and committed to helping every student succeed.

The working hours will be Monday to Friday 8.30am to 4pm with a half hour lunch. These times may change from time to time to meet the operational needs of the school

Visits to the school are also warmly welcomed and encouraged. Please contact Stephen Wood, Assistant Headteacher on 0191 2371505 to make an appointment.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. It is essential that all staff and volunteers share this commitment. An enhanced criminal records check from the Disclosure and Barring Service is required for all posts.

Visits to the school are also warmly welcomed and encouraged. Please contact Stephen Wood, Assistant Headteacher on 0191 2371505 or email vacancies@svf.org.uk to make an appointment.

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: 28,598.00-31,022.00 per year

Expected hours: 35 per week

Work Location: In person