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Pastoral and Wellbeing Mentor

Job description

Pastoral Support / School Support Staff - Lewisham
Start: After February Half Term
Contract: Agency (until end of academic year)
Location: Lewisham, South East London
Hours: Full-time, term time

We are currently recruiting a dedicated and enthusiastic school support professional to work in a secondary school in Lewisham from after February half term through to the end of the academic year.

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with experience in pastoral support, behaviour support, mentoring or youth work who is looking to make a real impact in a supportive school environment.

The role will involve:

  • Supporting students with their wellbeing, behaviour and engagement

  • Working closely with the pastoral and leadership teams

  • Providing 1:1 and small group support where required

  • Helping to maintain high expectations for behaviour and learning

  • Being a positive role model within the school community

The ideal candidate will have:

  • Experience working with children or young people (school, youth work, mentoring or similar)

  • A calm, patient and consistent approach

  • Strong communication and relationship-building skills

  • The ability to work effectively as part of a team

  • An enhanced DBS (or willingness to apply)

What we offer:

  • A long-term agency placement until July

  • Competitive daily pay through the agency

  • Ongoing support from a dedicated consultant

  • The opportunity to gain valuable experience in a Lewisham school

If you're passionate about supporting young people and are available from after February half term, we'd love to hear from you.

👉 Apply today or get in touch for more information.