Pastoral support assitant – SEN NEW

Academics Ltd.
Overview

SEND Pastoral Assistant – Halifax SEN School
Location: Halifax
Start Date: ASAP

Are you a compassionate and dedicated individual with experience supporting children with Special Educational Needs? Academics are currently recruiting for a SEND Pastoral Assistant to join a welcoming SEN school in Halifax on a full-time basis starting as soon as possible.

This rewarding role involves supporting students with a range of additional needs, helping them feel safe, understood, and ready to learn. The school is looking for someone who is positive, calm, and nurturing, with the ability to build strong, trusting relationships with pupils who may need additional emotional and behavioural support.

Responsibilities

• Provide pastoral and emotional support to pupils with SEND.
• Support students who may experience anxiety, behavioural challenges, or social difficulties.
• Help create a calm, safe, and supportive learning environment.
• Work closely with teaching staff and the wider pastoral team.
• Encourage positive behaviour and promote student wellbeing.

Qualifications / Ideal Candidate

• Have previous experience working with children with SEN/SEND (school, care, or youth work settings).
• Be patient, resilient, and empathetic.
• Have a calm and nurturing approach when supporting pupils.
• Be confident managing challenging situations with a positive attitude.
• Be able to start ASAP.

Benefits of Working with Academics

• Competitive daily pay rates.
• Weekly pay through our reliable payroll system.
• Your own dedicated education consultant supporting you throughout your placement.
• Access to a wide range of long-term and permanent opportunities.
• Flexible working options to suit your lifestyle.

If you are passionate about supporting young people with additional needs and want to make a genuine difference every day, we would love to hear from you.

Apply today with Academics to start your next rewarding role in Halifax.