Pastoral Support Worker
| Posting date: | 18 December 2025 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | Not specified |
| Additional salary information: | Grade D point 6 – 9 (pro rata’d) |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 15 January 2026 |
| Location: | Nottingham, Nottinghamshire, NG7 6GQ |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | eTeach UK Limited |
| Job type: | Contract |
| Job reference: | 1526999 |
Summary
Pastoral Support Worker – 1 Year Fixed Term Contract, term time only
Pastoral Support Worker, Grade D point 6 – 9 (pro rata’d) depending on experience
Required: February 2026 or as soon as possible - 1 Year Full time Fixed Term Contract“Forest Fields Primary and Nursery School is a vibrant and diverse school. Pupils are happy and safe. The school makes sure that all pupils know the trusted adults they can talk to about any worries. Relationships between pupils and staff are warm and positive..” OFSTED Feb 2024
Looking for a role in which you can make an impactful difference to support pupils and families? We are looking to appoint a Pastoral Support Worker to join our hard working and friendly team. It is an important pupil-focused role providing outstanding pastoral care, assist in raising aspirations and support for our pupils across school, so they can access the curriculum, take part in learning and achieve well by overcoming barriers to learning both within and outside school. You will be able to pastorally support pupils with Behaviour and Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) needs, which may also include conditions such as Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), ADHD, and other associated learning difficulties. We would like you to work with our pupils and families to achieve the very best academically and personally. We would like you to be able to work within our school community and build positive relationships with our pupils, families and wider networks, supporting our pupils to come to school and access the wonderful curriculum we have in place, with all the exciting opportunities we provide in addition, to enhance learning. We are looking for people who: • are dedicated to the welfare and achievement of every child; • have experience of supporting children with high needs and evidence of the outcome of this support; • are able to inspire, challenge and motivate all children; • can be creative, innovative and have a passion for improvement; • are forward thinking and committed to raising standards; • have good organisational and communication skills; • are able to have a positive impact on pupil progress academically and personally, and support their social, emotional and mental health; • have high expectations of pupil achievement and behaviour; • able to build strong, positive relationships with our pupils, families and colleagues; • friendly and energetic; • have experience in restorative conversations and are able to equip pupils with de-escalation strategies. • positive restrictive handling training or willing to train as a positive restrictive handler. • We can offer you: • a truly vibrant and diverse school • a supportive and collaborative working ethos • professional, dedicated staff who offer great support and show an uncompromising commitment to improving learners’ educational experiences; • an evolving curriculum, inspired by children's desire to learn and teachers’ creativity; • a purposeful and nurturing environment where learners are encouraged to strive for excellence; • excellent CPD opportunities to further your development; • enthusiastic learners who want to learn. Visits to the school are warmly welcomed. To arrange a visit please contact the school direct.
Thank you for your interest in this post. Please reference the Job description and Personal Specification attached. We look forward to receiving your application.
Closing date for applications: 9.00 on Thursday 15th January 2026 Shortlisting: Thursday 15th January 2026 Interview Date: Wednesday 21st January 2026
We have a clear commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and equal opportunities and expect all staff to share the commitment. The successful applicant will be required to apply for an Enhanced Disclosure from the DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service), previously CRB.
Looking for a role in which you can make an impactful difference to support pupils and families? We are looking to appoint a Pastoral Support Worker to join our hard working and friendly team. It is an important pupil-focused role providing outstanding pastoral care, assist in raising aspirations and support for our pupils across school, so they can access the curriculum, take part in learning and achieve well by overcoming barriers to learning both within and outside school. You will be able to pastorally support pupils with Behaviour and Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) needs, which may also include conditions such as Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), ADHD, and other associated learning difficulties. We would like you to work with our pupils and families to achieve the very best academically and personally. We would like you to be able to work within our school community and build positive relationships with our pupils, families and wider networks, supporting our pupils to come to school and access the wonderful curriculum we have in place, with all the exciting opportunities we provide in addition, to enhance learning. We are looking for people who: • are dedicated to the welfare and achievement of every child; • have experience of supporting children with high needs and evidence of the outcome of this support; • are able to inspire, challenge and motivate all children; • can be creative, innovative and have a passion for improvement; • are forward thinking and committed to raising standards; • have good organisational and communication skills; • are able to have a positive impact on pupil progress academically and personally, and support their social, emotional and mental health; • have high expectations of pupil achievement and behaviour; • able to build strong, positive relationships with our pupils, families and colleagues; • friendly and energetic; • have experience in restorative conversations and are able to equip pupils with de-escalation strategies. • positive restrictive handling training or willing to train as a positive restrictive handler. • We can offer you: • a truly vibrant and diverse school • a supportive and collaborative working ethos • professional, dedicated staff who offer great support and show an uncompromising commitment to improving learners’ educational experiences; • an evolving curriculum, inspired by children's desire to learn and teachers’ creativity; • a purposeful and nurturing environment where learners are encouraged to strive for excellence; • excellent CPD opportunities to further your development; • enthusiastic learners who want to learn. Visits to the school are warmly welcomed. To arrange a visit please contact the school direct.
Thank you for your interest in this post. Please reference the Job description and Personal Specification attached. We look forward to receiving your application.
Closing date for applications: 9.00 on Thursday 15th January 2026 Shortlisting: Thursday 15th January 2026 Interview Date: Wednesday 21st January 2026
We have a clear commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and equal opportunities and expect all staff to share the commitment. The successful applicant will be required to apply for an Enhanced Disclosure from the DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service), previously CRB.