Assistant Pastoral Lead - St. Margaret Ward Catholic Academy

We Manage Jobs(WMJobs); Hempstalls; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A local educational institution in Hempstalls is seeking an Assistant Pastoral Lead to join their pastoral team. You will enhance student behaviour, attendance, and wellbeing, working closely with families and staff. The ideal candidate should have a strong background in supporting young people, excellent communication skills, and knowledge of statutory requirements. This role offers flexibility and is essential for promoting inclusivity and support in the academy's environment.

Qualifications

• Experience directly supporting families and children under 18.
• Knowledge of statutory requirements for young people.
• Experience coaching, mentoring or supporting young people/families.

Responsibilities

• Assist in managing student behaviour with Heads of Year and Pastoral Leaders.
• Advise on day to day management of student behaviour.
• Supervise students in the Zacchaeus Centre as needed.

Skills

Excellent written and oral communication skills

Strong interpersonal skills

Good working knowledge of Microsoft packages

Education

GCSE English and Mathematics Grade C or above

Tools

SIMS

CPOms

Job description

Assistant Pastoral Lead

St. Margaret Ward Catholic Academy We are hoping to appoint an outstanding individual to join our exceptional pastoral team. The successful candidate will work alongside the existing team of Heads of Year and Pastoral Leaders supporting students with day to day lives in school, enhancing behaviour for learning, attendance and wellbeing. The role involves working closely with families and carers.

Role Overview

Responsible for enhancing the behaviour, attendance and wellbeing of students.

• Assist in managing student behaviour with Heads of Year and Pastoral Leaders
• Foster a climate of praise and celebration
• Assess individual student needs relating to attendance and wellbeing
• Advise on day to day management of student behaviour, producing whole school plans and initiatives
• Manage a caseload of students and clear communication with staff, families and agencies
• Use data to analyse pupil engagement and propose suitable strategies
• Supervise students in the Zacchaeus Centre on a part time basis as needed
• Meet with families to improve student attitudes where necessary
• Promote inclusivity and widening participation in line with the Academy’s Equality and Diversity policy
• Carry out any additional duties as requested by the Principal
• Flexible hours when required

Key Requirements

Essential Qualities

Education and Qualifications

• GCSE English and Mathematics Grade C or above (or equivalent)

Proven Experience and Knowledge

• Experience directly supporting families and children under 18
• Knowledge of statutory requirements for young people
• Experience with Children’s Services
• Experience coaching, mentoring or supporting young people/families
• Knowledge of current Ofsted Inspection Regime

Desirable Qualities

Skills and Abilities

• Good working knowledge of Microsoft packages (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
• Excellent written and oral communication skills, strong record keeping and attention to detail
• Strong interpersonal skills – ability to build rapport and trust
• Excellent organisational skills
• Ability to work under pressure in a rapidly changing environment
• Initiative and willingness to learn relevant systems and procedures
• Experience of SIMS and CPOms
• Capacity to practice and drive improvements
• Confidence to challenge poor practice

Personal Characteristics

• Positive role model
• Committed to excellence in all areas of practice
• Strong collaborative work ethic
• Active support, promotion and encouragement of the Academy’s Lasallian values
• Calm under stress
• Compassion and empathy towards others
• Integrity, honesty and professionalism
• Patient and discreet with confidentiality
• Solution focused and optimistic
• Recent self‑development evidenced

For more information and application form, please refer to the recruitment pack on our website

Contact: Mrs K McGough, Academy Manager, 01782 883037 or [e-mail]