Pupil Support Worker Blackpool Secondary School

Are you passionate about guiding young people through their teenage years and removing barriers to learning?A dynamic secondary school in Blackpool is recruiting a dedicated, empathetic Pupil Support Worker / Pastoral Mentor to join their student welfare and inclusion team starting this September 2026.Whether you bring experience from secondary pastoral support, youth work, residential care, social care, or coaching, your ability to connect with 11-16 year olds, build trust, and manage complex behaviours with a calm approach will make an immediate impact.Position Overview:Job Title: Secondary Pupil Support Worker / Behaviour and Pastoral MentorLocation: Blackpool, Lancashire (Convenient access via M55, local rail, and Blackpool bus routes)Start Date: September 2026Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30 AM - 3:30 PM (Term-time only - 30 to 32.5 hours per week, no weekends or school holidays)Pay Rate: .00+ per day (PAYE, based on experience and level)Contract: Full-time, long-term for the 2026/27 academic year with permanent contract routesKey Responsibilities:1-to-1 and Small Group Mentoring: Deliver targeted pastoral sessions to secondary students facing SEMH (Social, Emotional and Mental Health) challenges, anxiety, low attendance, or disengagement.Classroom and Inclusion Support: Support pupils within mainstream classrooms and dedicated inclusion/pastoral suites to ensure they remain focused and engaged.Positive De-escalation: Apply proactive behaviour management and de-escalation ..... full job details .....