Pastoral Support Manager Y12/Y13

Summary:

Pastoral Support Manager Y12/Y13 needed to support 450 ambitious students.

About the School:

A school committed to academic excellence and student growth, offering a unique blend of tradition and modern facilities. It is part of a high-performing partnership focused on transforming lives through education.

The Opportunity:

As a Pastoral Support Manager Y12/Y13, you will play a pivotal role in supporting students through two of the most critical years of their education. You will lead a team, drive academic achievement, and champion the holistic success of students, making a meaningful impact on their personal and academic development.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage transitions and support students through key academic and personal challenges.
• Monitor academic progress and intervene where necessary to address barriers to success.
• Implement strategies to improve attendance and behaviour, including managing the Staged Sanction System.
• Provide safeguarding support, collaborating with the DSL and maintaining records via CPOMs.
• Guide students in progression planning, including UCAS applications and post-16 decisions.
• Lead and develop a team of Progress Tutors and Senior Progress Tutors.
• Provide specialist support to Looked After Children within your cohort.

Qualifications & Skills:

Required

• Experience working with young people or within an educational environment.
• Strong planning, organisation, and time management skills.
• Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to handle sensitive and confidential situations professionally.
• Ability to inspire and lead students and colleagues with energy and drive.
• Experience in managing a team and delivering quality-assured pastoral support.

Preferred

• Experience in safeguarding and working with Looked After Children.
• Familiarity with CPOMs or similar student management systems.
• Experience with UCAS applications and post-16 progression planning.
• Leadership coaching or experience in professional development.

Compensation & Benefits:

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Personalised CPD and leadership coaching opportunities.
• Genuine career progression and development within a high-performing institution.