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Pastoral Care Officer (SEMH School)
Location: Newcastle upon Tyne
Salary: £150 per day
Start Date: Immediate 
Contract Type: Full-Time

A vibrant and forward thinking school in Newcastle are looking to appoint a resilient and compassionate pastoral care officer to join there growing team in a setting that caters for pupils with social and emotional mental health needs. Your new exciting role will be to manage challenging behaviours within a structured and nurturing environment. If you have pastoral / behaviour experience then this role is for you! 
 
Key Responsibilities:
  • Develop and maintain positive, professional relationships with learners
  • Support pupils presenting with SEMH needs and challenging behaviours
  • Promote safeguarding, welfare, and emotional wellbeing at all times
  • Provide daily pastoral support addressing social, emotional, and physical needs
  • Supervise learners during breaktimes and lunchtimes
  • Act as part of an on-call pastoral support network throughout the school day
  • Liaise with teaching staff, pastoral teams, parents/carers, and multi-agency professionals
  • Provide classroom cover when required
  • Support learner transitions, independence training, and reintegration
  • Implement first-day response strategies to promote positive attendance
  • Maintain a safe, secure, and inclusive school environment
Requirements:
  • Previous experience working in a pastoral, SEMH, or behaviour support role
  • Proven ability to manage challenging behaviour effectively
  • Strong communication and de-escalation skills
  • Good understanding of safeguarding and child protection procedures
  • Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to apply)
  • Right to work in the UK
Why Join GSL Education?
  • Competitive daily rate of £150
  • Flexible working opportunities
  • Dedicated consultant support
  • Roles within specialist SEMH and alternative provision settings
How to Apply:
Please submit your CV or contact GSL Education Newcastle for further details.
GSL Education are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All appointments are subject to appropriate background checks.

 

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