About the Role

15 hours 35 mins per week - term time (afternoons)

As a Teaching Assistant supporting pastoral care, you will play a vital role in helping pupils overcome social, emotional, and practical barriers to learning. Working closely with the pastoral team, you will provide one-to-one and small group support to promote wellbeing, self-esteem, and mental health. Your work will include:

• Delivering targeted pastoral interventions that help pupils flourish emotionally and socially
• Supporting pupils during key transition periods to ensure continuity and confidence
• Collaborating with teachers to adapt classroom activities and behaviour strategies to meet individual needs
• Building positive relationships with pupils, parents, staff, and external professionals to provide consistent, caring support
• Assisting with personal care, first aid, and the development of individual learning and behaviour plans

This role is pivotal in creating a safe, inclusive, and nurturing environment where every pupil is encouraged to be their best self.

About You

We are looking for someone who is compassionate, patient, and committed to making a difference in children’s lives. You will have:

• Experience working with children or young people, ideally with pastoral or SEND support
• A good level of literacy and numeracy (NVQ Level 2 or equivalent)
• The ability to connect warmly and effectively with pupils, colleagues, and families
• A keen understanding of the emotional and social challenges pupils face and the confidence to support them sensitively
• Flexibility, teamwork skills, and a willingness to learn and grow professionally

If you are motivated to contribute to a positive school culture and embrace the Trust’s values, you will thrive in this role.

What We Offer

At QUEST Academy Trust, we believe in investing in our staff as much as our pupils. We offer:

• A supportive and inclusive working environment where your contribution matters
• Opportunities for ongoing professional development and training aligned with your career aspirations
• Access to a range of staff benefits including LGPS pension scheme, Employee Assistance Programme (EAP), an additional wellness day, and a cycle to work scheme
• The chance to be part of a growing Trust with a clear vision and strong ethos
• See our benefits brochure for further details