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PASTORAL SUPPORT WORKER 
Wings School Notts
About the Role
We are seeking a compassionate, resilient and motivated Pastoral Support Worker to join our pastoral team at Wings School Notts. Working under the direction of the Pastoral Manager, you will play a vital role in supporting the wellbeing, engagement and personal development of children and young people with SEMH and ASC needs.
This role is central to ensuring students feel safe, understood and supported both in school and, where appropriate, beyond the school environment. You will work directly with students who may struggle with attendance, behaviour, emotional regulation or engagement with learning, delivering targeted pastoral support that helps them re-engage and thrive. You will also work closely with families, including undertaking home visits and supporting flexible and personalised learning arrangements.
Key Responsibilities
Student Support
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<li>Provide direct pastoral support to students on a one-to-one and small group basis, using trauma-informed, restorative and relational approaches.</li><li>Support students with emotional regulation, social skills, behaviour and wellbeing, helping them to access learning successfully.</li><li>Build positive, trusting relationships with students, acting as a consistent and safe adult within the school.</li><li>Support students on flexible learning plans, including reintegration programmes, part-time timetables or alternative learning arrangements.</li><li>Assist students during periods of transition, crisis or heightened emotional need, using de-escalation strategies and positive behaviour support.</li></ul>
Attendance, Engagement and Behaviour
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<li>Support the monitoring and improvement of attendance, punctuality and engagement.</li><li>Work proactively with students who are persistently absent or at risk of disengagement, identifying barriers and supporting re-engagement.</li><li>Contribute to personalised support plans and behaviour interventions under the guidance of the Pastoral Manager.</li></ul>
Working with Families
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<li>Build strong, respectful and trusting relationships with parents and carers.</li><li>Maintain regular communication with families to share progress, concerns and strategies for supporting students.</li><li>Undertake home visits (where appropriate) to support attendance, wellbeing, engagement and safeguarding.</li><li>Act as a supportive link between home and school, ensuring families feel heard, valued and informed.</li></ul>
Safeguarding and Wellbeing
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<li>Promote a strong culture of safeguarding and wellbeing in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education.</li><li>Report concerns promptly and accurately in line with school safeguarding procedures.</li><li>Support students with identified safeguarding or wellbeing needs, working closely with the DSL team.</li></ul>
Collaboration and Multi-Agency Working
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<li>Work closely with teaching staff, the Pastoral Manager and wider school team to provide consistent and joined-up support.</li><li>Contribute to meetings, reviews and planning around students’ pastoral and learning needs.</li><li>Support liaison with external professionals and agencies as required.</li></ul>
School Community
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<li>Model positive behaviour, professionalism and high expectations at all times.</li><li>Promote inclusion, respect and equality, challenging discrimination in all its forms.</li><li>Contribute to a nurturing, calm and supportive school environment.</li></ul>
What We Are Looking For
The ideal candidate will have:
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<li>Experience working with children or young people, ideally within an educational, SEMH, ASC or alternative provision setting.</li><li>A strong understanding of the social, emotional and behavioural needs of vulnerable learners.</li><li>The ability to build positive, trusting relationships with students who may be anxious, disengaged or distressed.</li><li>Experience working with families, including confidence in undertaking home visits.</li><li>A calm, patient and trauma-informed approach, with effective de-escalation skills.</li><li>A good understanding of safeguarding responsibilities within an education setting.</li><li>Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively as part of a team.</li><li>Resilience, flexibility and a genuine commitment to improving outcomes for young people.</li></ul>
Our School Community
At Wings School Notts, relationships are at the heart of everything we do. We are proud of our inclusive, therapeutic approach and our close partnership with families. The Pastoral Support Worker will play a key role in ensuring students feel supported, understood and empowered to succeed, both academically and personally.
Join Us
We are committed to safeguarding and protecting children and we expect all colleagues to share this commitment. We will do everything possible to ensure that only those who are suitable to work with children are recruited to work for us. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the amendments to the Exceptions Order 1975, 2013 and 2020 and is subject to a range of vetting checks including a criminal records disclosure.
We are a disability confident committed and equal opportunities employer, welcoming applications from all sections of the community.

If you are passionate about supporting vulnerable young people, committed to inclusive practice and eager to make a meaningful difference in students’ lives, we would be delighted to hear from you.
This job description is current at the date shown, but, in consultation with you, may be changed to reflect or anticipate changes in the job commensurate with the grade and job title

Kedleston Group

Pastoral Support Worker

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Our pupils are amazing and they deserve amazing support staff! 
An opportunity has arisen for a Teaching Assistant to join the team working to support our pupils.
Wings Notts School is an independent special school catering for pupils whose primary diagnosis is autism and who have often struggled in mainstream settings. We offer a low-arousal environment with small group sizes and put our pupils at the centre of everything that we do.
As a TA you will put pupils at the centre of your work, supporting them to thrive in the school environment so that they develop the skills needed for life. You will work with pupils to improve opportunities for them to develop their talents and interests and help them to grow in confidence and independence. 
This will include working with pupils on an individual basis and in small groups, both on a regular and an ad-hoc basis. You will be a team player and work closely with the teachers of Literacy and the wider staff team to ensure pupils achieve the best possible outcomes.
<h1>Job details</h1>
Salary: £23,490 (SCP 4) to £24,246 (SCP6) (actual salary for 40 hours per week)
Hours: 40 per week – 8.30am-4.30pm
Weeks: 45 per year
Contract type: Term-time only / Permanent 
Reporting to: Assistant Head
<h1>Main purpose</h1>
To enable all pupils to engage in education by providing support around pupil wellbeing and behaviour. This will involve working with staff and pupils to address barriers to learning and making sure effective policies and procedures are in place.
<h1>Duties and responsibilities</h1>
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<li>Working with pupils </li><li>Identify strategies to help overcome individual pupils’ barriers to learning within Literacy</li><li>Use existing systems to support the monitoring of pupils’ behaviour</li><li>Provide individual support for pupils and review ongoing progress towards set goals.</li><li>Provide in class support to meet the needs of our pupils and the school. </li><li>Working with staff </li><li>Liaise with other staff to monitoring pupils’ engagement, achievement and well being</li><li>Work with all teachers to identify pupils in need of additional support and to deliver individual support.</li><li>Administration</li><li>Maintain accurate records of interventions and relevant meetings </li><li>Contribute to the completion of relevant paperwork required by external agencies.</li><li>Work in line with statutory safeguarding guidance (e.g., Keeping Children Safe in Education, Prevent) and our safeguarding and child protection policies</li><li>Promote the safeguarding of all pupils in the school.</li></ul>
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Qualifications 
and training

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<li>GCSE or equivalent level, including at least a Grade C in English.</li></ul>



Experience

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<li>Experience working in a school environment or other educational setting</li><li>Experience working with autistic children / young people with additional needs (e.g., SEND, behavioural, mental health)</li><li>Experience planning and delivering targeted interventions</li><li>Experience of delivering phonics education.</li></ul>



Skills and knowledge

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<li>Safeguarding of children and young people </li><li>Good listening skills </li><li>Effective written and verbal communication skills</li><li>Knowledge of the barriers to learning that pupils may face </li><li>Tailoring plans and interventions to individual pupils</li><li>Able to use IT systems </li><li>Able to develop good relationships with children and staff.</li></ul>



Personal qualities

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<li>Committed to safeguarding, equality, diversity, and inclusion</li><li>Patient and calm</li><li>Eager to provide the best possible opportunities for all pupils</li><li>Organised, good time management, proactive and self-motivated</li><li>Able to work on own initiative </li><li>Upholds and promotes the ethos and values of the school</li><li>Able to work under pressure and prioritise effectively</li><li>Willingness to undertake interventions which support well-being</li><li>Always maintains confidentiality.</li></ul>




We are committed to safeguarding and protecting children and we expect all colleagues to share this commitment. We will do everything possible to ensure that only those who are suitable to work with children are recruited to work for us. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the amendments to the Exceptions Order 1975, 2013 and 2020 and is subject to a range of vetting checks including a criminal records disclosure.
We are a disability confident committed and equal opportunities employer, welcoming applications from all sections of the community.
 
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Teaching Assistant (Level 1)

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Are you an enthusiastic and dedicated educator looking to make a real impact on young minds?
We are seeking a motivated and inspiring KS2/KS3 Teacher to join our dynamic team and help shape the future of our children and young people.
About you:
You will be a qualified (QTS/QTLS) teacher, ideally, with experience of working in a special education setting with children with social, emotional and mental health needs and autism spectrum conditions. Applications from those working in mainstream settings are also very welcome.
You will be adept at tailoring your teaching and lessons to respond to the strengths and needs of pupils. You will be able to set high expectations which inspire, motivate and challenge pupils as well as promote good progress and outcomes by pupils.
You will possess good subject and curriculum knowledge and will be comfortable to participate in arrangements for preparing pupils for external tests where necessary and appropriate. You will provide levels of care and support appropriate to the general needs of the children and those outlined in their EHCP’s and individualised plans.
What you’ll be doing:
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<li>Plan, prepare, and deliver high-quality lessons that engage and challenge children and young people</li><li>Foster a positive learning environment that supports children and young people's educational and personal growth.</li><li>Assess and monitor student progress, providing constructive feedback and support.</li><li>Work collaboratively with colleagues, parents, and the wider school community to ensure student success.</li><li>Participate in school activities, extracurricular programs, and professional development opportunities.</li></ul>
What we’re looking for:
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<li>Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) and a teaching degree or equivalent.</li><li>A qualification in SEND education is desirable.</li><li>Experience of working with children with SEND and ASC is ideal but applications from those working in mainstream primary or secondary settings are welcomed.</li><li>Experience teaching KS2 and KS3 curriculum.</li><li>Strong classroom management skills and the ability to inspire and motivate children and young people.</li><li>Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.</li><li>A commitment to continuous professional development and innovation in teaching methods.</li></ul>
Why work for us?
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<li>Supportive and friendly school community</li><li>Ongoing training and development opportunities</li><li>A rewarding role where you’ll make a real impact!</li></ul>
We value your hard work and dedication, and we’re committed to ensuring you feel supported, both professionally and personally so that you are in the best position to make the most impact for the children in our care.
When you join Kedleston Group, you can be certain that your work will have purpose and meaning. You can also expect a supportive environment which enables you to excel in your role and grow in your career.
You will have access to an attractive benefits package including;
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<li>Access to health and well-being programmes, including a free and confidential 24/7 helpline and counselling service</li><li>Discounts on retail, travel, and leisure through our benefits platform</li><li>Cycle to work scheme</li><li>Generous life cover</li></ul>
We offer:
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<li>a competitive salary and enhanced pension contributions for qualified teachers</li><li>a comprehensive induction programme so you can hit the ground running</li><li>continued professional development and training</li><li>a friendly, passionate team committed to getting the best outcomes for our young people</li><li>bonuses for refer a friend and successful OFSTED inspections </li><li>life assurance</li><li>cycle to work scheme, employee perks and discounts platform</li><li>birthday treats, long service and employee of the month awards</li><li>employee assistance and counselling service, wellbeing support and advice, free flu jab</li></ul>
About us:
Wings School Notts, part of Kedleston Group, is an independent specialist day school near Newark in Nottinghamshire, for children and young people aged between the ages of 9 and 17. We provide a safe learning environment for children and young people with a wide range of varying needs including social, emotional and mental health needs (SEMH), autism (ASC), attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) and attachment difficulties (AD).
We look for people to join our staff team who have the creativity and enthusiasm needed to deliver the best outcomes for the children and young people.
Kedleston Group Limited is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of its children and young people and we expect all staff to share this commitment. Safeguarding is everyone’s responsibility. You will be expected to engage in annual safeguarding training, be familiar with key policies and ensure you know the steps to take should you be made aware of a safeguarding or child protection concern. You will remain vigilant and act swiftly if you have concerns about a child and be an appropriate role model for both children and colleagues at all times.
The successful candidate is required to provide references and will be expected to undertake an enhanced DBS check. We will ask you to complete a criminal self-declaration form, and we will conduct online searches for information that is publicly available. We are an equal opportunities employer welcoming applications from all sections of the community. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the amendments to the Exceptions Order 1975, 2013 and 2020.
IMPORTANT NOTICE TO RECRUITMENT AGENCIES:
We prefer to hire people directly, but we do have a preferred supplier list for when we need a helping hand. We'll be in touch directly if we need you! Any unsolicited CV’s will be sent at the recruitment agency’s own risk and will be interpreted as ‘gifts’ and we have no liability to you for any fee or otherwise. We reserve the right to engage with candidates directly having not, in any way, entered into your terms and conditions for this vacancy. By submitting an unsolicited CV to us, or to any member of our staff, you accept these terms as the default position. If we require your assistance with any vacancy we will contact you.
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