Pastoral Leader

Summary:

Pastoral Leader needed at a school committed to student success and community impact.

About the School:

A school dedicated to fostering resilience, integrity, and courtesy, with a mission to ensure students are highly employable and ready for successful lives. It prioritises academic excellence, cultural enrichment, and a supportive, inclusive environment.

The Opportunity:

As a Pastoral Leader, you will play a key role in supporting student wellbeing, behaviour, and personal development. This is a pivotal position that shapes the school’s culture and ensures students thrive both academically and personally. The role offers the chance to make a real difference in the lives of young people.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage the pastoral care system to support student wellbeing and behaviour.
• Develop and implement strategies to promote positive student engagement and emotional health.
• Collaborate with teaching staff, parents, and external agencies to ensure holistic student support.
• Monitor and report on student progress, attendance, and behaviour.
• Provide guidance and support to students, staff, and parents on pastoral matters.
• Organise and deliver pastoral events, assemblies, and training sessions.
• Ensure compliance with safeguarding and welfare policies and procedures.
• Work closely with senior leadership to align pastoral initiatives with school goals.

Qualifications & Skills:

Required

• Proven experience in a pastoral leadership role within an educational setting.
• Strong understanding of student behaviour, welfare, and emotional development.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to build positive relationships with students, parents, and colleagues.
• Commitment to the school’s values of resilience, integrity, and courtesy.
• Experience in managing a team and delivering pastoral care strategies.

Preferred

• Experience in a large or multi-academy trust environment.
• Knowledge of safeguarding and child protection procedures.
• Experience with pastoral support systems and behaviour management frameworks.
• Experience in leading or contributing to whole-school improvement initiatives.
• Familiarity with flexible working arrangements and innovative educational practices.

Compensation & Benefits:

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Employer-funded cash health plan.
• Opportunities for professional development and career growth.
• Hybrid working arrangements and free on-site parking.