Head of Year & Pastoral Support — Student Wellbeing Lead

Teaching Personnel Ltd.; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

PD opportunities

Consultant support

Long-term opportunities

Job summary

Teaching Personnel Ltd. in Birmingham is seeking Head of Year & Pastoral Support professionals to join secondary schools from January 2027. Roles span across Birmingham locations with competitive pay dependent on experience.

You will support students' development, attendance, wellbeing and engagement, working with staff, parents and external agencies to ensure students thrive academically and personally.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Head of Year, Pastoral Lead, Pastoral Support Officer, Behaviour Mentor or similar role.
• Strong understanding of safeguarding and child protection procedures.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
• Ability to manage challenging situations calmly and professionally.
• Experience supporting young people with a range of social, emotional and behavioural needs.
• Confident working with parents, carers and external professionals.
• Organised, proactive and solution-focused approach.
• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to obtain one).

Responsibilities

• Lead and support the pastoral care of a designated year group.
• Promote high standards of behaviour, attendance and punctuality.
• Build positive relationships with students, parents and carers.
• Provide guidance and support to students facing behavioural, emotional or social challenges.
• Monitor attendance, progress and wellbeing, implementing appropriate interventions where required.
• Work collaboratively with safeguarding and inclusion teams to support vulnerable students.
• Liaise with external agencies and support services when necessary.
• Encourage a positive school culture where students feel supported, valued and motivated to succeed.
• Support with behaviour management and restorative approaches.
• Contribute to the wider life of the school and pastoral initiatives.

Job description

Teaching Personnel Ltd. in Birmingham is seeking Head of Year & Pastoral Support professionals to join secondary schools from January 2027. Roles span across Birmingham locations with competitive pay dependent on experience.

You will support students' development, attendance, wellbeing and engagement, working with staff, parents and external agencies to ensure students thrive academically and personally.