Pastoral Mentor

Location: Ashington
Job Type: Contract
Reference: 311022579
Salary: 100-120 per day, PAYE
Job Published: 02 February 2026

 

The role

We are working with a supportive 11–19 secondary school seeking a Pastoral Mentor to support students who require additional emotional, behavioural, or social support to access learning successfully.

This role is ideal for someone with experience in pastoral care, SEMH support, youth work, or mentoring, who can provide consistency, empathy, and structure for young people across KS3–KS5.

Northumberland | Inclusive secondary setting with strong pastoral focus
£100 – £120 per day | PAYE | Depending on experience

About the school

  • Strong emphasis on student wellbeing, inclusion, and safeguarding

  • Clear pastoral systems with collaborative staff support

  • Calm learning environment with high expectations and relational approaches

  • Well-established sixth form offering varied post-16 pathways

  • Accessible location with good transport links

Key responsibilities

  • Provide 1:1 and small-group pastoral support

  • Support students with emotional regulation, behaviour, and attendance

  • Act as a trusted adult and positive role model

  • Work closely with pastoral teams, SEN staff, and external agencies

  • Support reintegration, intervention programmes, and mentoring sessions

The ideal candidate

  • Experience working with young people in a pastoral, mentoring, or support role

  • Confident supporting SEMH and behavioural needs

  • Strong communication and relationship-building skills

  • Patient, resilient, and emotionally intelligent

  • Enhanced DBS on the update service (or willingness to apply)

Why work with Protocol Education?

  • PAYE pay – no umbrella companies

  • Weekly pay with clear, competitive rates

  • Access to CPD and wellbeing-focused training

  • Ongoing support from a dedicated local consultant

  • Opportunities for long-term and permanent placements