Pastoral Support Worker - Bristol

Full-Time | Term-Time Only | Long-Term Role
£92–£105 per day | Immediate / September Start

We are working with a specialist SEMH school in Bristol seeking a Pastoral Support Worker to join their team on a full-time, long-term basis.

This is a highly rewarding role focused on supporting students’ behaviour, wellbeing and emotional development, helping young people overcome barriers and re-engage with education.

As a Pastoral Support Worker, you will play a key role in supporting pupils both inside and outside the classroom.

You will work closely with students who may:

• Experience social, emotional and mental health (SEMH) needs
• Struggle with behaviour and emotional regulation
• Be disengaged from education or require additional support

Your focus will be on building strong relationships, promoting positive behaviour and supporting student wellbeing.

• Provide 1:1 and small group pastoral support
• Support pupils with emotional regulation and behaviour management
• Build trusting relationships with students
• De-escalate situations using calm and consistent approaches
• Support attendance, engagement and daily routines
• Work closely with teachers, SENCOs and pastoral teams
• Promote positive behaviour and resilience

Some pupils may present behaviours that challenge — this role requires confidence, patience and strong interpersonal skills.

You will be working in a structured SEMH school in Bristol which offers:

• Small class sizes and high staff support
• Clear behaviour systems and routines
• Strong pastoral and wellbeing focus
• Experienced and supportive staff teams

This is an environment where teamwork, consistency and strong communication are key.

We are looking for individuals with experience or interest in:

• Pastoral, behaviour or wellbeing support roles
• Support work (mental health, youth work, residential care)
• Teaching Assistants with SEMH or behaviour experience
• Graduates (Psychology, Criminology, Education)

You will be particularly suited if you:

• Have strong behaviour management skills
• Can remain calm under pressure
• Build rapport with young people quickly
• Are proactive and confident in your approach

This role offers a strong pathway into:

• Behaviour Mentor roles
• Pastoral or inclusion roles
• Mental health and wellbeing positions
• Teaching or education careers

You will receive:

• Behaviour and de-escalation training
• CPD in SEMH and safeguarding
• Opportunities for Team Teach Training
• Ongoing support and development

• Weekly PAYE pay (no umbrella deductions)
• Long-term, stable role (not day-to-day supply)
• Supportive school and leadership team
• Dedicated consultant support
• Opportunities for permanent roles

• Work in a role focused on behaviour and student wellbeing
• Build meaningful relationships with young people
• Develop specialist skills in SEMH and pastoral support
• Make a genuine difference to students’ lives

Apply now to be considered for immediate opportunities within SEMH schools in Bristol.
Trial days and interviews available.

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All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
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