Deputy Pastoral Care Manager

Witherslack Group; Walton On The Hill; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading children's care provider is seeking a Deputy Pastoral Manager to lead a team in supporting young individuals with complex emotional and behavioral needs. You will develop personalized programs and work closely with families, particularly with children with Autism Spectrum Disorder and Social, Emotional and Mental Health challenges. Candidates should have significant experience and relevant qualifications, including NVQ Level 3 in Care. A supportive working environment along with excellent benefits is offered.

Benefits

Full school holidays

Career development opportunities

Customizable benefits like life insurance

Employee assistance program

Bonus for referrals

Matched pension contributions

Medical cover for appointments

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years’ experience in a similar role.
• Experience working with families in challenging circumstances.
• Familiarity with safeguarding legislation.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team to meet young people's emotional needs.
• Develop individualized programs to support children.
• Collaborate with families and multi-agency teams.

Skills

Experience with ASC, ADHD or SEMH pupils

Strong organisation skills

Flexibility

Motivational skills

Education

NVQ Level 3 in Care

Level 2 Teaching Assistant Qualification

Leadership-related qualification

Positive Behaviour Support (PBS) qualification

Job description

Job Overview

Up to £48,003 + Excellent Benefits

Our People‑Focused Mission

For children with complex, challenging needs, the level of care and education must go above and beyond. That’s what drives us at Witherslack Group. With a high staff‑to‑child ratio and in‑house clinical teams, we’re proud to have won a reputation for excellence and market‑leading OFSTED ratings.

Role Description

As a Deputy Pastoral Manager you’ll lead your team to meet young peoples’ emotional needs. You’ll work with families and develop individualized programs, applying high care standards to support children with challenging complex emotional and behavioural needs, including Autism Spectrum Disorder, Social, Emotional and Mental Health, and other behavioural difficulties.

With experience working with young people with BESD or ASD in a school or care setting you will understand developmental needs and pastoral care. A good listener who can motivate and inspire, combined with flexibility, strong organisation, and team management skills, will make you an asset to Witherslack Group.

About Our School

Since joining Witherslack Group in 2022, Bramley Hill School is an independent specialist day school in Surrey, recently rated Good by Ofsted. The school serves pupils with a primary diagnosis of autism and additional needs such as PDA, ADHD, speech and language difficulties, sensory issues and associated behavioural difficulties.

What We Offer

We recognise your hard work with the best salary and benefits package in the education sector.

• Training: A full induction and on‑the‑job training
• Holiday: Full school holidays
• Progression: Career development and promotion from within the group
• Flexible benefits: Customisable benefits such as life insurance
• Wellbeing: A host of wellbeing tools and employee assistance
• Medical cover: Reimbursement for optician or dentist appointments, and high‑street discounts
• Beautiful working environments and facilities
• Refer a friend scheme: £1,000 bonus for each referral
• Contributory pension scheme: Matched up to 5%

Why You’ll Thrive Here

Our workforce reflects the diversity of our young people, enabling us to engage, encourage and inspire individuals from all walks of life. You’ll be more than a Pastoral Manager – you’ll connect with pupils, bringing your whole‑self to work.

Key Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years’ experience with ASC, ADHD or SEMH pupils, working with families in challenging circumstances
• Experience of multi‑agency work with an understanding of safeguarding legislation, policies and guidance
• NVQ Level 3 in Care or Level 2 Teaching Assistant Qualification
• Ideally, leadership‑related qualification
• Positive Behaviour Support (PBS) qualification
• Experience of staff appraisal, performance management and supervision

Join Us

At Witherslack Group, inclusion is core. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, identities and abilities, and we are committed to making recruitment and workplace practices accessible. Adjustments are available throughout the process.

We are an equal opportunities employer welcoming applications from all sections of the community.

Legal & Safeguarding Statement

The Witherslack Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of its young people. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check (cost covered) and an online search, and we are an equal opportunities employer welcoming applications from all sections of the community.