PASTORAL SUPPORT ASSISTANT

<p><strong>Pastoral Support Assistant - KS2 SEN Alternative Provision (New Forest)</strong></p><p></p><p>A nurturing KS2 alternative provision in the New Forest is seeking a Pastoral Support Assistant to provide consistent, relational and highly personalised 1:1 support to pupils with a range of SEN and SEMH needs. The provision delivers a broad, balanced and diverse curriculum through a therapeutic, sensory, practical and outdoor-based approach, tailored to each child's individual development and wellbeing.</p><p></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Deliver calm, relational and 1:1 pastoral support to KS2 pupils with diverse SEN/SEMH needs</li><li>Support pupils with emotional regulation, anxiety, sensory needs, transitions and social communication</li><li>Engage children through therapeutic, sensory, practical and outdoor learning activities</li><li>Promote emotional wellbeing, safety and positive behaviour using nurturing, trauma-informed approaches</li><li>Help pupils build communication, self-regulation, social skills, independence and confidence</li><li>Build trusting relationships through patience, empathy and clear communication</li><li>Work collaboratively with teachers, therapists and pastoral staff to provide holistic support</li><li>Contribute to a safe, structured and emotionally supportive learning environment</li></ul><p></p><p><strong>Contract Details</strong></p><ul><li><strong>Location:</strong> New Forest</li><li><strong>Position:</strong> Pastoral Support Assistant - KS2 SEN Alternative Provision</li><li><strong>Start Date:</strong> September 2026 or ASAP</li><li><strong>Contract Type:</strong> Full-time</li><li><strong>Working Hours:</strong> 08:30 - 16:30 Monday - Friday</li><li><strong>Pay Rate:</strong> From £14.25 per hour</li></ul><p></p><p><strong>Requirements</strong></p><ul><li>Right to Work in the UK</li><li>Enhanced DBS (or willingness to apply)</li><li>References covering the last 24 months</li><li>Level 2/3 qualification in childcare/education/health & social care or relevant SEN/SEMH experience</li></ul><p></p><p><strong>What We Offer</strong></p><ul><li>Free accredited CPD (safeguarding, behaviour support, de-escalation)</li><li>Access to a specialist Training & Development Team</li><li>Ongoing support from a dedicated SEN consultant</li><li>Warm, inclusive and supportive school community</li><li>Opportunities for long-term development and progression</li></ul><p></p><p><strong>Refer a Friend</strong></p><p>Referral bonuses available for successful recommendations (T&Cs apply).</p><img src="https://www.jobg8.com/Tracking.aspx?GCyQiLeUhGUfpclGmtlidcx1McZyS0e4j" width="0" height="0" />