Director of Care Support and Guidance

Summary:

Director of Care Support and Guidance needed at a leading school. Lead student wellbeing and pastoral care initiatives.

About the School:

A school dedicated to holistic education, fostering academic excellence alongside personal and social development. Rooted in a family-oriented ethos, it provides a supportive environment for students to thrive.

The Opportunity:

As the Director of Care Support and Guidance, you will lead and develop the school’s approach to student wellbeing, pastoral care, and guidance. This role offers the opportunity to shape a comprehensive care framework that supports students in achieving academic and personal success.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide strategic leadership and oversight of pastoral systems, student support, and guidance provision across the school.
• Collaborate with academic and operational leaders to ensure a joined-up, high-impact care framework.
• Develop and implement policies and practices that promote student wellbeing, inclusion, and safeguarding.
• Maintain a visible presence in school life and contribute to the co-curricular programme.
• Support the professional development of staff involved in pastoral care and guidance.
• Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of care initiatives and make recommendations for improvement.
• Ensure compliance with safeguarding and child protection policies and procedures.
• Build strong relationships with students, parents, and the wider school community.

Qualifications & Skills:

Required

• Proven experience in a leadership role within education, with a focus on student wellbeing and pastoral care.
• Strong educational expertise and a clear commitment to safeguarding, inclusion, and student development.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build and maintain positive relationships.
• Experience in developing and implementing policies and procedures related to student support and guidance.
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with academic and operational leaders.

Preferred

• Experience in a school setting with a strong co-curricular programme.
• Knowledge of innovative approaches to student wellbeing and pastoral care.
• Experience with leadership development and career planning initiatives for students.
• Familiarity with Harkness teaching methods or other student-centred learning approaches.
• Experience in a multicultural or international educational environment.

Compensation & Benefits:

• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
• Opportunities for professional development and leadership growth.
• Supportive and inclusive working environment with a strong sense of community.