Job description
Job Title: Pastoral Support Worker - SEMH
Location: Birmingham
Pay rate: £90-£95 per day (Depending on experience)
Start Date: Immediate
Time: Hours 8.30 am – 3.30 pm – Monday to Friday.
Contract Type: Day-to-day/Long-term, Part-time/Full-time
Support pupils’ wellbeing, behaviour, and personal development within a positive school environment!
GSL Education are seeking a compassionate Pastoral Support Worker to join a school community in Birmingham. As a Pastoral Support Worker, you will provide guidance and support to pupils who may need additional help managing behavioural challenges, social, emotional and mental healthneeds, helping them stay engaged with education.
The client school is known for its strong academic ethos and inclusive learning culture. It provides a well-structured curriculum, modern facilities and a collaborative working environment where staff feel valued and supported. The school promotes high expectations, positive behaviour and continuous professional development, helping every member of staff to grow and succeed.
Core Responsibilities:
- Support pupils with emotional, social, and behavioural needs.
- Promote positive behaviour and wellbeing across the school.
- Work closely with teachers, pastoral teams, and safeguarding staff.
- Help pupils develop confidence, resilience, and positive relationships.
- Maintain accurate records and follow school safeguarding procedures.
Requirements of SEMH Pastoral Support Worker:
- Experience working as a Pastoral Support Worker, SEMH Support or in a similar role.
- Strong communication, empathy, and de-escalation skills.
- Patient, supportive, and resilient approach.
- Understanding of safeguarding and child protection.
- Enhanced DBS on the Update Service or willingness to apply for a new one.
Applications are welcomed from a dedicated Pastoral Support Worker ready to make a positive impact in Birmingham schools.
Please be advised that this role requires a strong knowledge and understanding of safeguarding and child protection, and successful applicants must satisfy all background safer recruitment checks, including providing an enhanced DBS certificate registered on the update service or completing an application for a new check.
As an ethical, inclusive and independent recruitment agency, GSL Education are committed to providing quality teaching and support staff in schools across the UK.
To register your interest in the “Pastoral Support Worker - SEMH” role, please click ‘apply now’ to submit your full and up-to-date CV, and one of our dedicated consultants will be in touch.