Pastoral Support Team Member / Learning Mentor -
January - July 2025 :Temp to Perm - £140 per day
SANZA Teaching Agency is proud to be recruiting on behalf of a four-times Outstanding special school whose vision is ambitious, inclusive, and deeply rooted in transforming young lives. This is a temp-to-perm opportunity starting January, perfect for someone passionate about pastoral support, wellbeing, and SEN education.
About the School
This exceptional school:
strives to be the best in the world at what it does
offers staff the chance to go from good to excellent through high-quality development
is respected locally and nationally across education and the creative sectors
believes every pupil deserves the very best
boasts a modern, well-resourced and inspiring work environment
The Role: Pastoral Support Team Member
As part of a committed and skilled Pastoral Support Team, you will:
Use your strengths to support student wellbeing and improve their capacity to learn
Help students develop emotional self-regulation and build positive, trusting relationships
Guide students in reflecting on actions and feelings when things go wrong
Develop a strong understanding of each student's SEND needs to support the reflect-repair-reconnect process
Be proactive in de-escalating behaviour using appropriate strategies and techniques
Build meaningful pastoral relationships that support personal development
Work collaboratively with the Pastoral Support Team Lead, teachers, and support staff to shape future learning through accurate, grounded assessmentsWho We're Looking For
You will be someone who is:
Committed, enthusiastic, flexible, and incredibly resilient
Patient, calm, resourceful, and dedicated to promoting positive behaviour and wellbeing
Able to form strong relationships with pupils, parents, and colleagues
Passionate about the transformative potential of schools in young people's lives
Experienced in working with children who have social, emotional, or behavioural needs
Clear on your understanding of high-quality teaching and learning for SEN pupils
A team player with strong initiative and a willingness to learn
Good literacy and numeracy skills are essential.
A strong track record within pastoral or SEN support roles is highly desirable.About the Students
The students:
are fantastic, unique, and full of potential-but not an "easy ride"!
typically join from mainstream settings where large environments haven't worked for them
stay until 16-17 before progressing to local colleges or training
have a range of Learning Needs, SLCN, and Emotional Needs
achieve qualifications up to GCSE/BTEC
make significant academic, personal, and social progress during their time at the school
Additional Information
Small classes: 2 per year group, each with 11-12 students
30 lessons per week including assembly
A strong culture of professional development-afterschool CPD is part of the working week
A diverse team with experience across primary, secondary, special, AP, and FE
A National Support School championing excellence in education nationwide
Why Apply Through SANZA?
Competitive daily rates
Strong professional development opportunities
Tailored support from a dedicated consultant
Send your CV to: (url removed)
Contact Stephanie Watson: (phone number removed)
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