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Job Title:  1:1 Pastoral Support Worker - Medical
Location:  Syon Manor College, Isleworth, London, TW7 5AJ
Hours:      37.5 per week | Monday to Friday | Mon to Wed 8.30am – 4.30pm | Thurs to Fri 8.30am - 4pm
Salary:      Up to £25,500 per annum (depending on experience, not pro rata)
Contract:  Permanent | Term Time Only
Start:        November 2026
UK applicants only – no sponsorship available

About the Role

We are seeking a Pastoral Support Assistant to join our specialist education team, providing dedicated support to a student with epilepsy who requires constant supervision and tailored support throughout the school day. This is a rewarding opportunity to play a vital role in helping a young person access education safely, confidently and successfully.

Working closely with teachers, therapists, care staff and families, you will help create a safe, nurturing and engaging learning environment where every student can thrive.

As a Pastoral Support Assistant, you will provide both educational and pastoral support, enabling students to access learning while promoting their independence, wellbeing and personal development.

What you'll be doing

• Provide dedicated 1:1 support for a student with epilepsy, ensuring their safety, wellbeing and engagement in learning.
• Support teachers to deliver high-quality, inclusive learning experiences tailored to individual student needs.
• Assist students to access the curriculum, develop independence and achieve their personal goals.
• Implement and contribute to support plans, risk assessments, behaviour strategies and student records.
• Support students with personal care, emotional wellbeing and positive behaviour management where required.
• Work collaboratively with education, care and therapy teams, maintaining effective communication with families and colleagues.

What We're Looking For

• Experience supporting students with autism, epilepsy, SEND and/or behaviours that challenge.
• Experience working in an education, residential or care setting.
• Calm, patient and resilient, with a genuine passion for supporting young people.
• Strong communication, organisational and record-keeping skills.
• Able to work effectively both independently and as part of a multi-disciplinary team.
• Level 3 Supporting Teaching and Learning qualification (or willingness to work towards)
• Level 2 SEN qualification desirable.
• Driving licence desirable 

About us

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. 

For over 19 years, Options Autism has provided specialist care and education for children, young people, and adults with autism, complex needs, and learning difficulties. As part of Outcomes First Group, we are pioneering innovative, evidence-based approaches that deliver meaningful, measurable outcomes for everyone in our care.

We are really proud to say that in 2025 Outcomes First Group 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.

Outcomes First Group 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, Outcomes First Group 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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