Pastoral Support Team Member / Learning Mentor

Pastoral Support Team Member / Learning Mentor -

January - July 2025 :Temp to Perm - £140 per day

SANZA Teaching Agency is proud to be recruiting on behalf of a four-times Outstanding special school whose vision is ambitious, inclusive, and deeply rooted in transforming young lives. This is a temp-to-perm opportunity starting January, perfect for someone passionate about pastoral support, wellbeing, and SEN education.

About the School

This exceptional school:

strives to be the best in the world at what it does

• offers staff the chance to go from good to excellent through high-quality development
• is respected locally and nationally across education and the creative sectors
• believes every pupil deserves the very best
• boasts a modern, well-resourced and inspiring work environment

The Role: Pastoral Support Team Member

As part of a committed and skilled Pastoral Support Team, you will:

• Use your strengths to support student wellbeing and improve their capacity to learn
• Help students develop emotional self-regulation and build positive, trusting relationships
• Guide students in reflecting on actions and feelings when things go wrong
• Develop a strong understanding of each student's SEND needs to support the reflect-repair-reconnect process
• Be proactive in de-escalating behaviour using appropriate strategies and techniques
• Build meaningful pastoral relationships that support personal development
• Work collaboratively with the Pastoral Support Team Lead, teachers, and support staff to shape future learning through accurate, grounded assessments

Who We're Looking For

You will be someone who is:

• Committed, enthusiastic, flexible, and incredibly resilient
• Patient, calm, resourceful, and dedicated to promoting positive behaviour and wellbeing
• Able to form strong relationships with pupils, parents, and colleagues
• Passionate about the transformative potential of schools in young people's lives
• Experienced in working with children who have social, emotional, or behavioural needs
• Clear on your understanding of high-quality teaching and learning for SEN pupils
• A team player with strong initiative and a willingness to learn
• Good literacy and numeracy skills are essential.
• A strong track record within pastoral or SEN support roles is highly desirable.

About the Students

The students:

are fantastic, unique, and full of potential-but not an "easy ride"!
typically join from mainstream settings where large environments haven't worked for them
stay until 16-17 before progressing to local colleges or training
have a range of Learning Needs, SLCN, and Emotional Needs
achieve qualifications up to GCSE/BTEC
make significant academic, personal, and social progress during their time at the school

Additional Information

Small classes: 2 per year group, each with 11-12 students
30 lessons per week including assembly
A strong culture of professional development-afterschool CPD is part of the working week
A diverse team with experience across primary, secondary, special, AP, and FE
A National Support School championing excellence in education nationwide

Why Apply Through SANZA?

Competitive daily rates

Strong professional development opportunities

Tailored support from a dedicated consultant

Send your CV to: stephanie.watson@sanzateaching.com

Contact Stephanie Watson: 020 7845 6240

SANZA Teaching Agency proudly supports passionate educators in finding roles where they can truly make a difference.