Pastoral Mentor

Description:

Pastoral Mentor
Birmingham
£100-£115 per day
Start Date: ASAP
Contract: Full-time, long-term (Full Academic Year)

Long Term Futures is seeking a confident and proactive Pastoral Mentor to join a supportive secondary school in Birmingham. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys building positive relationships with young people while playing a key role in maintaining high standards of behaviour across the school.

Working closely with Heads of Year and the wider pastoral team, you will support pupils with behaviour, engagement, and wellbeing. The role requires someone who can build trust with students while remaining firm, professional, and consistent when dealing with challenging situations.

About the Role
Working as part of the school's pastoral team, your responsibilities will include (but are not limited to):

Supporting Heads of Year with the day-to-day pastoral needs of pupils
Responding to behaviour incidents and removing disruptive pupils from lessons when required
Building strong, trusting relationships with students while maintaining clear professional boundaries
Supporting pupils to reflect on their behaviour and make more positive choices
Managing challenging situations calmly and confidently
Recording and reporting behaviour incidents accurately using the school's systems
Contacting parents and carers by telephone to discuss behaviour, attendance, or pastoral concerns
Completing administrative duties relating to behaviour, attendance, and pupil support
Supporting pupils during periods of reflection, intervention, or time away from mainstream lessons
Communicating effectively with teaching staff, Heads of Year, senior leaders, and families
Following the school's safeguarding and behaviour policies at all timesIdeal Candidate Profile

Previous experience working with secondary-aged pupils in a UK school, Alternative Provision, youth work, or similar setting is highly desirable
Strong behaviour management skills and confidence dealing with challenging behaviour
Excellent at building trust and rapport with young people
Calm, resilient, and able to think on your feet
Confident communicating professionally with parents and carers
Comfortable completing administrative tasks and maintaining accurate records
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Able to balance a supportive approach with clear boundaries and high expectations
Reliable, organised, and comfortable working within a busy pastoral environmentWhy Work with Long Term Futures?

Long-term opportunity offering stability and genuine career progression
Opportunity to secure a permanent position within the school
Weekly pay through a straightforward digital system
Free CPD opportunities, including Behaviour Management, Safeguarding, SEMH, and Restorative Practice
Ongoing support from a dedicated consultant throughout your placementNext Steps
Apply today with your CV, and shortlisted candidates will be contacted by Elliott at Long Term Futures. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who wants to become an integral part of a secondary school's pastoral team and make a positive impact on pupils' behaviour, engagement, and overall school experience.

Long Term Futures is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All applicants will be subject to safer recruitment checks, including an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references