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We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Pastoral Learning Mentor to join our team on a maternity cover basis, starting immediately. This is an ongoing role supporting students in KS3 and KS4 with a strong focus on behaviour, emotional wellbeing, and engagement. You will play a key role in delivering targeted behaviour interventions, supporting students in our Refocus room, and providing on-call support to staff across the school. A daily lunchtime duty will also form part of your responsibilities.

Your new role

• Providing one-to-one and small group pastoral support to students with behavioural, emotional, or social needs.
• Delivering structured behaviour intervention programmes and monitoring progress.
• Managing the Refocus room to support students in regulating behaviour and reintegrating into lessons.
• Responding to on-call requests to assist staff with behaviour incidents across the school.
• Building positive relationships with students, staff, and families to promote engagement and wellbeing.
• Supporting safeguarding procedures and liaising with the wider pastoral and inclusion teams.
• Completing a daily lunchtime duty to ensure a safe and respectful environment during break periods.
• Maintaining accurate records and contributing to student support plans and reviews.

What you'll need to succeed

• Extensive experience in pastoral care and behaviour support within a secondary school setting.
• Proven track record of delivering effective behaviour interventions and mentoring students.
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build trust with young people.
• Confidence managing challenging behaviour and de-escalating situations calmly and professionally.
• A proactive, empathetic, and resilient approach to student support.
• Ability to work collaboratively with teaching staff, pastoral teams, and external agencies.
• Immediate availability and commitment to the full duration of the maternity cover.

What you'll get in return

• A supportive and inclusive school environment with a strong pastoral ethos
• Opportunity to make a lasting impact on student wellbeing and development
• Access to professional development and training opportunities
• Competitive pay based on experience and contract terms
• A rewarding role within a committed and caring team

What you need to do now

If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.

If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.