Job Title: Pastoral Support WorkerLocation: WirralStart Date: January 2026Contract Type: Full-Time / Part-Time, Term Time Only
Key Responsibilities
- Provide pastoral support to students, promoting positive behaviour and wellbeing
- Work with pupils on a 1:1 basis and in small groups to address social, emotional, and behavioural needs
- Support students in overcoming barriers to learning and improving engagement
- Liaise with teaching staff, parents, and external agencies where appropriate
- Monitor and track student progress, attendance, and behaviour
- Contribute to the development and implementation of pastoral support plans
- Support safeguarding and child protection procedures in line with school policies
The Ideal Candidate Will Have
- Previous experience working with children or young people, particularly in a pastoral or support role
- A calm, empathetic, and resilient approach
- Strong communication and relationship-building skills
- The ability to manage challenging behaviour effectively
- A good understanding of safeguarding and child protection (training can be provided)
- A background in psychology, youth work, or education (desirable but not essential)
Why Work Through Tradewind?
- Above-market daily pay rates, paid weekly via PAYELiverpool's most recommended education agency, with over 700 5-star Google reviewsExclusive access to CPD and training via our partnership with The National CollegeSupport from a dedicated team of secondary consultants, with over 25 years' combined experience placing teachers across the Liverpool City RegionStrong relationships with schools across all boroughs, increasing your options and flexibility
If you are committed to supporting young people's wellbeing and helping them thrive both in and out of the classroom, we would love to hear from you.
All roles are subject to an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.
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