Pastoral Practitioner

How would you like to get paid for five days, but only work four? At Outcomes First Group, we believe in better work/life balance - and we're putting wellbeing first. We're proud to be part of a 4-Day Working Week (4DWW) trial, where you can work one day less each week (or equivalent hours) while still receiving your full-time pay. Now is the perfect time to join #teamOFG. Job Title: Pastoral Practitioner Location: Dibden Park School, Southampton SO45 5TD Salary: £26,775.00 per annum (not pro rata) Hours: 40 hours per week (Mon–Fri, 8:30am – 4:30pm) Contract: Permanent, Term Time Only Start Date: January 2026 UK applicants only – this role does not offer sponsorship. About the Role The Pastoral Practitioner plays a key role in providing targeted, 1:1 mentoring and support to pupils, ensuring they achieve their full potential. Working closely with teaching staff, parents/carers, and the Senior Leadership Team, you will deliver interventions, guidance, and support tailored to individual needs, creating a safe, nurturing, and structured environment where every pupil can grow in confidence, resilience, and independence. Key Responsibilities Safeguard and promote the welfare of all pupils at all times Provide 1:1 mentoring and support to pupils, addressing academic, social, and emotional needs Assist pupils during learning sessions, break times, and lunchtimes, including behaviour management and facilitating activities Work closely with the Senior Leadership Team to identify pupils in need and ensure appropriate support is in place Participate in meetings with parents, carers, and external agencies to discuss pupil welfare and progress Implement and manage reward and sanction systems consistently and effectively Liaise and provide feedback to parents/carers, offering guidance and signposting to relevant support services What We're Looking For Experience working with children or young people with additional needs, including SEN or SEMH Strong interpersonal and communication skills with pupils, staff, and families Ability to remain calm, consistent, and supportive in challenging situations A proactive, reflective approach to problem‑solving and pupil support Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the wellbeing of all pupils Full UK Driving Licence About Us Dibden Park School is a brand‑new independent specialist school based in Southampton. We provide inclusive education within a safe and nurturing environment for students with complex needs, including social, emotional, and mental health (SEMH) challenges, communication and interaction difficulties, and associated behaviours. We’re part of Acorn Education and the Outcomes First Group, leaders in specialist education for children and young people with SENC. Benefits Life Assurance Pension scheme with options to increase contributions "Your Wellbeing Matters" – access to a wide range of first‑class mental health support services and physical health checks A market‑leading benefit offering via our Flexible Benefits Platform, Vista, enabling you to choose the package that's right for you, including: Wide range of health, wellbeing, and insurance benefits 100’s of discount options valid in the UK and abroad Cycle to Work Scheme Electric Car Purchase Scheme Critical illness cover Family Growth Support – inclusive benefits covering enhanced maternity and paternity leave, along with paid fertility treatment support You’ll work 80% of your contractual hours for 100% of your pay, giving you more time to do the things that make you happy. 4DWW is subject to successful completion of probation and is not a contractual benefit. We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications. #J-18808-Ljbffr