1:1 Pastoral Support Worker

At OFG Education we put wellbeing first by giving our teams more time to recharge

Job Title:  1:1 Pastoral Support Worker

Location:  Syon Manor College, Isleworth, London, TW7 5AJ

Hours:      37.5 per week | Monday to Friday | Mon to Wed 8.30am – 4.30pm | Thur to Fri 8.30am - 4pm

Salary:      Up to £25,500 per annum (depending on experience, not pro rata)

Contract:  Fixed Term | Term Time Only

Start:        November 2026

UK applicants only – no sponsorship available

About the Role

Are you passionate about supporting young people to overcome barriers, build confidence, and achieve their potential?

We're looking for a caring, resilient, and dedicated Pastoral 1:1 Support Worker to provide personalised support to a student with autism as they transition into a specialist educational setting.

This is a highly rewarding opportunity to build a meaningful relationship and play a key role in helping a young person feel safe, engaged, and successful at school.

Working alongside teachers, therapists, and support colleagues, you'll help create positive daily experiences, encourage independence, and support emotional wellbeing, learning, and personal development.

No two days are the same, but every day offers the chance to have a lasting impact.

What you will bring

Providing dedicated 1:1 support tailored to the student's individual needs.

Building trust and positive relationships that help the student feel confident and secure.

Supporting learning, communication, emotional regulation, and independence.

Encouraging engagement in lessons and wider school life.

Implementing behaviour, communication, and support strategies.

Working closely with teachers, therapists, and families to promote positive outcomes.

Monitoring progress and contributing to reviews and support plans.

Ensuring the student's safety, wellbeing, and development at all times.

What We're Looking For

You may have experience as a Teaching Assistant, Support Worker, Care Worker, Behaviour Mentor, Pastoral Worker, or in another SEN, care, or youth support role.

We're looking for someone who is:

Passionate about making a difference to the lives of young people with autism and additional needs.

Patient, empathetic, and resilient when facing challenges.

Skilled at building positive, trusting relationships.

Confident supporting behaviour and emotional wellbeing.

A strong team player with excellent communication skills.

Organised and able to maintain accurate records.

Committed to safeguarding and promoting positive outcomes for every student.

About Us

At OFG Education, we believe every student deserves an education designed around who they are. Through high expectations, deep expertise and truly personalised education, we help students realise their potential and prepare for successful futures.

Building on more than 20 years of experience, we are bringing our approach to more students and communities around the world. Across the UK, Iberia and the Gulf, our schools combine the strength, expertise and high standards of an international education group with the individuality of each school and the communities they serve.

Whatever your role, joining OFG education means contributing to our shared ambition: empowering every student to success through truly personalised education.

About Our College

Syon Manor College is a post 16 learning and skills provider for young people with autism and complex needs. The college will offer a broad curriculum of academic, vocational and life skills learning including BTECs, GCSEs, Functional Skills and ASDAN accreditations which will work towards their preparation for adulthood targets and into employment, supported internships or higher education. 

We are proud to be a part of OFG Education who in 2025 were officially certified as a ‘Great Place to Work’ for the sixth year running.

Why Join Us?

We place students and vulnerable young adults at the heart of everything we do, so every day brings the satisfaction of making a real difference. We are committed to the safeguarding and promoting the welfare of students and young people. All applicants will be subject to social media checks and successful applicants to a fully enhanced DBS.

Life Assurance

Pension scheme with options to increase contributions

“Your Wellbeing Matters” – mental health support and physical health checks

Flexible Benefits Platform (Vista), including:

Health, wellbeing and insurance benefits

Hundreds of UK and international discounts

Cycle to Work Scheme & Electric Car Purchase Scheme

Critical illness cover

Family Growth Support, including enhanced maternity/paternity leave and paid fertility treatment support

We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications.

OFG Education is committed to carrying out a fair, thorough and efficient recruitment process in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education. Whilst we aim to keep applicants informed throughout, OFG Education does not accept liability for any loss of earnings or other associated costs incurred by applicants as a result of delays or changes in the compliance process. All stages of the compliance process are subject to necessary safeguarding checks and compliance with statutory

requirements, which may affect timescales.

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