Pastoral Intervention Practitioner


Company:	eTeach UK Limited
Salary:	£20,605 - £23,068
Hours:	Full-time
Location:	Swindon, SN25 2PP
Working pattern:	On-site
Job type:	Permanent
Posting date:	23 Sept 2026
Closing date:	12 Oct 2026

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Summary

We are seeking to appoint a Pastoral Interventions Practitioner who is passionate and able to make a positive contribution to the learning experiences of our students.Are you an experienced SEND practitioner or would like to make the transition into a different sector of education?Do you want to make a genuine difference to outcomes and future life chances of young people?Do you value making a positive impact on the mental health and wellbeing of students as well as their academic progress?Churchward School is an innovative special school in Swindon supporting students with social, communication and interaction difficulties find their place in the world. We provide exceptional outcomes for students through a combination of emotional regulation, social interaction and academic progress giving our students the tools they need to take the next steps life, whatever they might be. We provide an opportunity for students to integrate in a mainstream environment whilst supported by specialist staff to develop independence and employability skills as well as continue their academic progress. this will provide the missing link between school and further education for young people with an EHCP not ready to fully transition.Churchward School is proud to be part of Brunel Academies Trust - a growing educational community with no barriers, only potential. We strive to significantly improve the life chances and outcomes for our CYP within our SEND, CofE and mainstream EPs.What it's like to work at Churchward:"Coming from different settings, I have never felt as supported or valued as a teacher as I do at Churchward. I love working with the staff and students and enjoy coming to work every day. Each day is different, and I like the variety that brings.""I enjoy working at Churchward School because I like to feel that I and my work colleagues are making a difference to the lives of our students. These are students that now have a place to thrive and mix with others who are in some ways like them, they have a sense of belonging and acceptance. No student is the same but all have the same from staff and that is a caring family.""Seeing smiling faces, laughs and enjoyment of being at school is a great achievement for the majority of our students. Knowing that we as staff will try our hardest to give them the best education and support to achieve their goals, aspirations and a way to cope in the wider world. It's a great pleasure to work at Churchward and to call this my family."Please see the attached Job Description for full details of the responsibilities and expectations of this role.Please check the Person Specification for the qualifications that are listed as Essential for this role. You will be required to show these qualifications if you are successful.In the first instance we would welcome your application via SAM People Recruit. However, if you are unable to complete the application on this platform, please contact the team using people @brunel.org.uk or 1793 268820 and we will be able to issue a Word version of the application form for completion and return by the deadline. Unfortunately, in line with Safer Recruitment, we are unable to accept CVs.For any internal to Brunel candidates, please contact people @brunel.org.uk for an internal application form.Interview: 19 October 2026 or as receivedNote: Applicants will be considered as received. Should a suitable candidate be identified, we may close the vacancy early.Hours: 32.5 hours per weekTraining: It is important to us to ensure you feel valued and supported. Full training appropriate to the role will be provided.BenefitsWhether through continuous professional development, personal and impartial support, or exciting discounts to enjoy with friends and family, Brunel Academies Trust have a package of excellent benefits which are available to all employees, including:Support on continuous professional development (CPD) opportunitiesBrunel Perks – exclusive discounts on a range of products and retailers from cinema tickets, food shopping and holidaysCarefirst – impartial counselling service in person, by video call or phone as well as a citizen’s advice function for advice and support on personal or professional queriesExcellent pension schemeFree on-site parkingAnnual pay progression opportunitiesContinuous Service date honouredYou are invited and encouraged to visit our setting to explore how unique and inspirational our children and team are. We encourage you to learn more about us through our website, and contact the school office to arrange a visit.

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