Job Description

Pastoral Mentor

Agency: Tradewind Recruitment

Location: Leyland, Lancashire

Contract Type: Full-Time, Temporary-to-Permanent (Temp-to-Perm)

Start Date: As Soon As Possible (ASAP)

Pay Rate: £100 - £125 per day (dependent on experience, paid via PAYE)

Job Overview

Tradewind Recruitment is currently working alongside a progressive school and educational provision in the Leyland area that places student wellbeing and mental health at the heart of its community.

We are seeking a compassionate, resilient, and proactive Pastoral Mentor to join their dedicated support team on a full-time basis. In this role, you will champion student welfare, provide vital emotional and social mentoring, and help young people overcome barriers to learning-such as anxiety, behavioural challenges, or Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) needs. This opportunity begins on a temporary basis through Tradewind with a clear pathway to a permanent contract for the right candidate.

Key Responsibilities

  • 1:1 & Group Mentoring: Provide targeted pastoral support and mentoring sessions to students needing guidance with emotional regulation, confidence, or social skills.

  • Wellbeing & Attendance Tracking: Monitor student engagement, emotional well-being, and attendance, acting as a trusted, consistent point of contact within the school.

  • Restorative Practices & De-escalation: Utilise trauma-informed approaches and calm, positive behaviour-management strategies to support students through challenging moments.

  • Parent & External Agency Liaison: Work collaboratively with teaching staff, safeguarding leads, SENCOs, and parents/carers to ensure holistic student support.

  • Removing Barriers to Learning: Help students reintegrate into lessons successfully and develop coping mechanisms that foster long-term academic and personal success.

Candidate Requirements

  • Experience: Previous experience in pastoral care, youth work, mentoring, counselling, or supporting students with SEMH/behavioural needs within an education setting.

  • Personal Attributes: Exceptional listening skills, high emotional intelligence, patience, resilience, and a genuine passion for supporting young people.

  • Desirable Training: Relevant qualifications in youth work, counselling, mentoring, or certifications such as Team-Teach / trauma-informed practice are a distinct advantage.

  • Compliance: Must hold a valid Enhanced DBS certificate registered on the Update Service (or be fully willing to process one immediately through Tradewind).

What Tradewind Recruitment Offers

  • Competitive Pay: Weekly pay processed efficiently via PAYE.

  • Career Progression: Direct transition pathways from a temporary agency placement into a permanent school role.

  • Specialist CPD Training: Free access to continuous professional development courses, including mental health awareness, safeguarding, and behaviour support.

How to Apply

If you are dedicated to transforming lives and want to make a tangible difference in the Leyland community, we want to hear from you! Click below to submit your CV and a brief cover note or contact christina.grindy@twrecruitment.com or call 01772 977 333