Pastoral Support Assistant - KS2 SEN Alternative Provision (New Forest)

A nurturing KS2 alternative provision in the New Forest is seeking a Pastoral Support Assistant to provide consistent, relational and highly personalised 1:1 support to pupils with a range of SEN and SEMH needs. The provision delivers a broad, balanced and diverse curriculum through a therapeutic, sensory, practical and outdoor-based approach, tailored to each child's individual development and wellbeing.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver calm, relational and 1:1 pastoral support to KS2 pupils with diverse SEN/SEMH needs
• Support pupils with emotional regulation, anxiety, sensory needs, transitions and social communication
• Engage children through therapeutic, sensory, practical and outdoor learning activities
• Promote emotional wellbeing, safety and positive behaviour using nurturing, trauma-informed approaches
• Help pupils build communication, self-regulation, social skills, independence and confidence
• Build trusting relationships through patience, empathy and clear communication
• Work collaboratively with teachers, therapists and pastoral staff to provide holistic support
• Contribute to a safe, structured and emotionally supportive learning environment

Contract Details

• Location: New Forest
• Position: Pastoral Support Assistant - KS2 SEN Alternative Provision
• Start Date: September 2026 or ASAP
• Contract Type: Full-time
• Working Hours: 08:30 - 16:30 Monday - Friday
• Pay Rate: From £14.25 per hour

Requirements

• Right to Work in the UK
• Enhanced DBS (or willingness to apply)
• References covering the last 24 months
• Level 2/3 qualification in childcare/education/health & social care or relevant SEN/SEMH experience

What We Offer

• Free accredited CPD (safeguarding, behaviour support, de-escalation)
• Access to a specialist Training & Development Team
• Ongoing support from a dedicated SEN consultant
• Warm, inclusive and supportive school community
• Opportunities for long-term development and progression

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