Pastoral Mentor / Student Support Worker
| Dyddiad hysbysebu: | 24 Chwefror 2026 |
|---|---|
| Cyflog: | £24,796 bob blwyddyn |
| Gwybodaeth ychwanegol am y cyflog: | FTE + Benefits |
| Oriau: | Llawn Amser |
| Dyddiad cau: | 26 Mawrth 2026 |
| Lleoliad: | Hedge End, Southampton |
| Gweithio o bell: | Ar y safle yn unig |
| Cwmni: | AWD online |
| Math o swydd: | Parhaol |
| Cyfeirnod swydd: | AWDO-P14448 |
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Pastoral Mentor / Student Support Worker
Provide pastoral care, mentoring and safeguarding support within a secondary education setting. This full-time, term-time role supports student progress, behaviour management and personal development across Key Stages 3 and 4.
If you’ve also worked in the following roles, we’d also like to hear from you: Learning Support Assistant, SEN Teaching Assistant, Teaching Assistant, Youth Worker, Inclusion Support Worker, Behaviour Mentor, Safeguarding Support Officer, Pastoral Support Worker, Learning Mentor, Classroom Support Worker, Classroom Assistant, Pastoral Support Worker, Behaviour Support Worker
SALARY: £24,796 per annum FTE / Actual Annual Salary £20,116 per annum + Benefits
LOCATION: Hedge End, Southampton, Hampshire
JOB TYPE: Full-Time, Permanent
WORKING HOURS: 35 Hours per Week, Monday to Friday 8.30am - 4.00pm, Term Time only (39 weeks)
JOB OVERVIEW
As part of an exciting phase of growth, the organisation is seeking a committed and compassionate Pastoral Mentor / Student Support Worker to join its secondary education team. With a strong focus on safeguarding, student wellbeing and inclusion, this is a rewarding opportunity within a supportive academy environment.
The Pastoral Mentor / Student Support Worker will work closely with Year Heads and the wider pastoral care team to provide mentoring, early intervention and behaviour management support. You will play a key role in promoting positive student progress and personal development.
As a Pastoral Mentor / Student Support Worker you will build trusted relationships, support emotional wellbeing and contribute to a safe, inclusive school community where every learner can thrive.
APPLY TODAY
Ready to make your next career move? Apply Today for our Recruitment Team to review.
DUTIES
Your duties as the Pastoral Mentor / Student Support Worker include:
• Student Support: Provide individualised support and guidance on academic, social, emotional and behavioural issues
• Attendance Monitoring: Monitor student attendance, punctuality and overall wellbeing
• Behaviour Management: Manage student behaviour within the year group in line with school policies
• Mentoring: Deliver one-to-one mentoring to build confidence, resilience and self-esteem
• Early Intervention: Identify emerging concerns and implement appropriate support strategies
• Parental Liaison: Maintain regular communication with parents and carers regarding student progress and wellbeing
• Agency Collaboration: Liaise with teachers, support staff and external agencies to ensure a holistic and coordinated approach
• Year Group Support: Work collaboratively with the Year Head to ensure the smooth running of the year group and deputise in their absence
• Curriculum Contribution: Contribute to the development and implementation of year group curriculum plans
• Policy Development: Support the development and implementation of year group policies and procedures
• Data Analysis: Analyse student data to identify trends and areas for improvement
• Meetings and Reporting: Attend pastoral meetings and contribute to reports and documentation relating to student progress and wellbeing
• General Duties: Undertake any other reasonable duties within the scope of the post
CANDIDATE REQUIREMENTS
• A genuine interest in the welfare and development of young people
• Possess excellent communication, interpersonal and listening skills
• Patient, empathetic and reliable individual with a positive and caring approach
• Strong advocate for safeguarding and promoting the well-being of children
• Team player with a collaborative approach and a commitment to confidentiality
• Have experience working with young people in a pastoral care setting (desirable but not essential)
BENEFITS
• Exceptional team environment where all staff are valued
• Excellent Continuing Professional Development with high quality CPD programs
• Many opportunities for career progression
• Extensive department resources and facilities
• One day per academic year — a fully paid day off to support personal events
• Two-week October half term: Providing staff and students with an extended break during the autumn term
• Enrolment in one of the UK’s largest public sector pension schemes
• A tax efficient Cycle-to-Work scheme through salary sacrifice
• Staff membership rates to a modern Leisure Centre
The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The school will ensure that all their recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment. All successful candidates will be subject to Disclosure and Barring Service / DBS checks along with other relevant employment checks.
We reserve the right to close any of our vacancies early.
APPLY TODAY…
By submitting your job application to us you are hereby giving us your express consent to submit your details to our Client for this purpose.
JOB REF: AWDO-P14448
Full-Time, Permanent Education Jobs, Careers and Vacancies. Find a new job and work in Hedge End, Southampton, Hampshire. Multi-Job Board Advertising and CV Sourcing Recruitment Services provided by AWD online.
AWD online specialise in sourcing candidates and advertising vacancies on multiple job boards for companies on a non-commission basis. AWD online operates as an employment agency.
awd online | http://www.awdo.co.uk
AWD-IN-SPJ
Provide pastoral care, mentoring and safeguarding support within a secondary education setting. This full-time, term-time role supports student progress, behaviour management and personal development across Key Stages 3 and 4.
If you’ve also worked in the following roles, we’d also like to hear from you: Learning Support Assistant, SEN Teaching Assistant, Teaching Assistant, Youth Worker, Inclusion Support Worker, Behaviour Mentor, Safeguarding Support Officer, Pastoral Support Worker, Learning Mentor, Classroom Support Worker, Classroom Assistant, Pastoral Support Worker, Behaviour Support Worker
SALARY: £24,796 per annum FTE / Actual Annual Salary £20,116 per annum + Benefits
LOCATION: Hedge End, Southampton, Hampshire
JOB TYPE: Full-Time, Permanent
WORKING HOURS: 35 Hours per Week, Monday to Friday 8.30am - 4.00pm, Term Time only (39 weeks)
JOB OVERVIEW
As part of an exciting phase of growth, the organisation is seeking a committed and compassionate Pastoral Mentor / Student Support Worker to join its secondary education team. With a strong focus on safeguarding, student wellbeing and inclusion, this is a rewarding opportunity within a supportive academy environment.
The Pastoral Mentor / Student Support Worker will work closely with Year Heads and the wider pastoral care team to provide mentoring, early intervention and behaviour management support. You will play a key role in promoting positive student progress and personal development.
As a Pastoral Mentor / Student Support Worker you will build trusted relationships, support emotional wellbeing and contribute to a safe, inclusive school community where every learner can thrive.
APPLY TODAY
Ready to make your next career move? Apply Today for our Recruitment Team to review.
DUTIES
Your duties as the Pastoral Mentor / Student Support Worker include:
• Student Support: Provide individualised support and guidance on academic, social, emotional and behavioural issues
• Attendance Monitoring: Monitor student attendance, punctuality and overall wellbeing
• Behaviour Management: Manage student behaviour within the year group in line with school policies
• Mentoring: Deliver one-to-one mentoring to build confidence, resilience and self-esteem
• Early Intervention: Identify emerging concerns and implement appropriate support strategies
• Parental Liaison: Maintain regular communication with parents and carers regarding student progress and wellbeing
• Agency Collaboration: Liaise with teachers, support staff and external agencies to ensure a holistic and coordinated approach
• Year Group Support: Work collaboratively with the Year Head to ensure the smooth running of the year group and deputise in their absence
• Curriculum Contribution: Contribute to the development and implementation of year group curriculum plans
• Policy Development: Support the development and implementation of year group policies and procedures
• Data Analysis: Analyse student data to identify trends and areas for improvement
• Meetings and Reporting: Attend pastoral meetings and contribute to reports and documentation relating to student progress and wellbeing
• General Duties: Undertake any other reasonable duties within the scope of the post
CANDIDATE REQUIREMENTS
• A genuine interest in the welfare and development of young people
• Possess excellent communication, interpersonal and listening skills
• Patient, empathetic and reliable individual with a positive and caring approach
• Strong advocate for safeguarding and promoting the well-being of children
• Team player with a collaborative approach and a commitment to confidentiality
• Have experience working with young people in a pastoral care setting (desirable but not essential)
BENEFITS
• Exceptional team environment where all staff are valued
• Excellent Continuing Professional Development with high quality CPD programs
• Many opportunities for career progression
• Extensive department resources and facilities
• One day per academic year — a fully paid day off to support personal events
• Two-week October half term: Providing staff and students with an extended break during the autumn term
• Enrolment in one of the UK’s largest public sector pension schemes
• A tax efficient Cycle-to-Work scheme through salary sacrifice
• Staff membership rates to a modern Leisure Centre
The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The school will ensure that all their recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment. All successful candidates will be subject to Disclosure and Barring Service / DBS checks along with other relevant employment checks.
We reserve the right to close any of our vacancies early.
APPLY TODAY…
By submitting your job application to us you are hereby giving us your express consent to submit your details to our Client for this purpose.
JOB REF: AWDO-P14448
Full-Time, Permanent Education Jobs, Careers and Vacancies. Find a new job and work in Hedge End, Southampton, Hampshire. Multi-Job Board Advertising and CV Sourcing Recruitment Services provided by AWD online.
AWD online specialise in sourcing candidates and advertising vacancies on multiple job boards for companies on a non-commission basis. AWD online operates as an employment agency.
awd online | http://www.awdo.co.uk
AWD-IN-SPJ