Pastoral Leader
Salary: GBP £22,358 - £24,622 Grade 7, support Staff salary points 8-14 (with a pay award pending).
About the Post
Are you passionate about making a difference in young people’s lives?
We are looking for a dedicated and motivated individual to join our team as a Pastoral Leader, working alongside our Senior Leadership Team and Head of Year to ensure every student feels supported, included, and able to thrive. In this role, you will play a key part in improving student attendance and engagement, providing targeted support for individuals, and building positive relationships that foster a strong sense of belonging and community. You will work closely with families, external agencies, and staff to ensure students receive the right academic, emotional, and social support to succeed.
As a role model, you will set high expectations while championing equality and inclusion, ensuring all students feel valued and empowered. From break and lunchtime supervision to administration and liaison with external agencies, you will help create a safe and supportive school environment where every child can flourish. If you believe in the power of education, community, and opportunity, we would love to hear from you.
This is a truly exceptional opportunity for a talented and ambitious colleague.
What we can offer you
The opportunity to work with wonderful young people
The opportunity to work with exceptional colleagues throughout our school
High quality continued professional development and opportunities to progress
Automatic membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme
Free on-site parking
Who we are looking for
We would love to hear from you if you:
Have experience of working with children in an educational setting.
Would relish the opportunity to work in a forward-thinking and exciting organisation
Passionately believe in the power of education to change lives
Essential knowledge and skills:
Minimum GCSE A-C (or equivalent) in maths and English, strong communication skills, and ability to manage behaviour to create a positive learning environment.
Flexible, proactive, and able to work both independently and as part of a team, with a commitment to safeguarding, equality, and professional development.
Ability to build effective relationships with students, staff, parents, and external agencies while maintaining discretion, patience, and professionalism.
A willingness to attend courses as required to enhance the knowledge, understanding and skills to improve the level and quality of support given to students.
Desirable knowledge and skills:
Completion of ELSA and/or Mental Health First Aid training.
Ability to drive and access to own car.
You will also be keen to live our Twynham Learning employee values which are:
Aim high
Keep improving
Don’t leave anyone behind
See the bigger picture