SEMH Pastoral Assistant

About the role

Justteachers are looking for a Pastoral Mentor to join a team at an SEMH school near Market Rasen.

The school provides placements for boys and girls aged between 5 and 18 years old. The young people have a range of SEMH needs. The aim of the staff is to build self-esteem and equip young people with strategies and skills to enable them to succeed in the community.

The role will be on a full time basis and is due to start as soon as possible.

• Provide 1:1 and small‑group pastoral support to pupils with SEMH needs
• Build positive, stable relationships that promote emotional wellbeing
• Support pupils with emotional regulation, behaviour, and social skills
• Work closely with teaching staff to implement personalised support strategies
• Assist with de‑escalation and restorative conversations
• Help create a calm, safe, and nurturing school environment

• Experience working with children or young people in an SEMH or SEND setting
• Two or more education based references within two years
• Strong communication and relationship‑building skills
• Ability to remain calm, consistent, and supportive in challenging situations
• Understanding of trauma‑informed and relational approaches
• A positive, reflective, and child‑centred mindset