🌟 Learning Pastoral Assistant – SEMH Focus | Crawley | Full-Time | Term-Time Only 🌟

Salary: £97–£110/day (depending on experience)
Start Date: Immediate or January 2026

Are you a calm, confident professional with a passion for supporting pupils with social, emotional, and mental health needs?
Do you thrive in environments where relationships, trust, and emotional wellbeing are at the heart of learning?

We’re recruiting a Learning Pastoral Assistant for a dynamic special school in Crawley, supporting pupils aged 7–16 with SEMH, autism, ADHD, and trauma-related needs.

💼 About the Role

This is a unique role combining learning support with pastoral care. You’ll work closely with pupils who need emotional regulation, behaviour support, and a consistent adult presence to help them re-engage with education.

Key Responsibilities:

Build strong, trusting relationships with pupils to support emotional wellbeing
Deliver tailored interventions focused on behaviour, resilience, and self-esteem
Support pupils in lessons and during transitions, helping them stay regulated and engaged
Act as a key adult for pupils with complex SEMH needs
Liaise with teachers, therapists, and families to ensure holistic support

👤 About You

We’re looking for someone who is:

Experienced in working with children or young people with SEMH, trauma, or behavioural needs
Emotionally intelligent, patient, and consistent
Skilled in de-escalation and positive behaviour strategies
Able to remain calm under pressure and respond with empathy
Committed to safeguarding and inclusive practice

Bonus Skills:

Experience in alternative provision, youth work, or therapeutic settings
Knowledge of trauma-informed approaches, Zones of Regulation, or restorative practice
Relevant training (e.g. Team Teach, Mental Health First Aid, Thrive)

🌈 Why Join This School?

A supportive, values-driven team focused on pupil wellbeing
Excellent CPD and career development opportunities
Purpose-built facilities and therapeutic spaces
A chance to make a lasting impact on young lives
Term-time only – ideal for work-life balance

Safeguarding:

The school is highly committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All staff and volunteers are expected to share this commitment. All staff must hold or be willing to obtain an Enhanced DBS check or Enhanced check for Regulated Activity with the Disclosure & Barring Services.

Join the team and help make a difference in the lives of the students. Apply now to learn more about this rewarding opportunity.

How to Apply: If you are passionate about education and eager to make a difference in the lives of young learners, we would love to hear from you. Apply below.

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The pay stated is inclusive of the additional 12.07% PAYE holiday.

We are fully committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. Successful applicants will be required to undertake various background checks including obtaining a DBS, if they do not hold a valid certificate that is on the update service.

Blair Turnbull

blair@pinktile.co.uk

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