Pastoral Support Worker
11 days ago
Winchester
Pastoral Support Worker (Student Wellbeing) Location: Winchester, Hampshire Contract: Fixed-term (1 year initially), term-time only, 32.5 hours per week Salary: £18,923 - £19,718 actual salary Start: June 2026 We're working with a well-regarded secondary school in Winchester to recruit a Pastoral Support Worker to join their dedicated wellbeing team. This Pastoral Support Worker role focuses on supporting students with their emotional health, behaviour and overall wellbeing. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone passionate about student support to make a real impact in a structured, supportive school environment. The Pastoral Support Worker role includes: Supporting students on a 1:1 basis and in small groups Delivering interventions focused on wellbeing, confidence and behaviour Working closely with the safeguarding and pastoral teams Liaising with parents, staff and external agencies Supporting students in reset/seclusion and following pastoral plans Delivering group sessions on topics such as resilience, anxiety and wellbeing Promoting positive mental health and healthy lifestyles Supporting student-led groups and initiatives What we're looking for: Strong interpersonal and communication skills Empathy, resilience and a genuine interest in supporting young people Ability to build trust and positive relationships with students Good organisational and IT skills Experience working with young people or in a support role (desirable, not essential) A proactive and team-focused approach Working hours: Monday-Friday: 8:15am - 3:15pm 32.5 hours per week, term-time only This Pastoral Support Worker role would suit someone from education, youth work, coaching, or support backgrounds who is looking for a rewarding role focused on student wellbeing. Safeguarding statement: The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All appointments are subject to enhanced DBS checks and satisfactory references