Level 3 TA - Pastoral & Family Support Role in Ormskirk

Location: Ormskirk | Temp to Perm | Immediate Start

Tradewind Recruitment is currently recruiting for a dedicated and compassionate Pastoral Key Worker / Level 3 Teaching Assistant to join a supportive Pupil Referral Unit (PRU) in Ormskirk.

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who is passionate about supporting young people who may have faced challenges in mainstream education and who can make a genuine difference to their educational and personal development.

Working closely with pupils, families and external professionals, you will play a key role in providing pastoral support, promoting positive engagement and helping young people overcome barriers to learning.

The Role:

• Acting as a key worker for identified pupils, providing consistent pastoral support and guidance.

• Building positive relationships with pupils, helping to improve attendance, engagement and behaviour.

• Maintaining regular contact with families, including making telephone calls to parents and carers to discuss progress, attendance and concerns.

• Working closely with external agencies and professionals to ensure pupils receive appropriate support.

• Supporting safeguarding, wellbeing and pastoral interventions.

• Keeping accurate records and communicating effectively with teaching and leadership staff.

• Supporting pupils with their social, emotional and behavioural needs.

The Ideal Candidate:

• Has experience working with young people, ideally within a PRU, SEMH or SEN setting.

• Has strong communication and relationship-building skills.

• Is confident speaking with parents, carers and external professionals.

• Is organised, proactive and able to manage sensitive situations professionally.

• Is resilient, empathetic and passionate about giving young people the opportunity to succeed.

What's on Offer?

• A temp-to-perm opportunity for the right candidate.

• A supportive and welcoming school environment.

• The opportunity to take on a varied role with real responsibility.

• A rewarding position where you can make a genuine difference to young people's lives.

If you have the experience, confidence and passion to support young people beyond the classroom, we'd love to hear from you!

Apply today through Tradewind Recruitment.

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