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George Pindar School in Scarborough is seeking an experienced pastoral lead to oversee the welfare, behaviour and progress of a designated Year/House group. You will lead and support both pastoral and academic development within a dynamic school community.
With strong leadership, communication and organisational skills, you will promote a safe, inclusive environment and collaborate with the Heartwood Learning Trust to continually enhance student outcomes.
George Pindar School is an 11-16 secondary school situated in Scarborough. We are a proud and inclusive community where colleagues are #proudtobepindar and where we are looking confidently to the future. The school is oversubscribed in Years 7 and 8, reflecting the strength of our provision and the trust placed in us by our community.
We have the highest aspirations for our students: to strive for success, achieve their very best, and grow both as individuals and as valued members of society. The development of the whole child is central to our vision, and we are committed to ensuring that every student at George Pindar thrives, irrespective of their background. Working together as #TeamPindar, we promote our PINDAR values and benefit from strong collaboration with colleagues across the Heartwood Learning Trust to continually enhance all aspects of our school.
The post holder will lead, manage, and support the pastoral and academic development of a designated Year, House or other defined group of students, ensuring high standards of behaviour, attendance, punctuality, and student welfare. The role aims to foster a safe, inclusive, and aspirational environment in line with the school’s ethos and Trust values, promoting the personal development and progress of every student.
Operating in a dynamic school environment, the role requires strong leadership, communication, and organisational skills to support the delivery of effective pastoral care and ensure a positive school culture. Flexibility, visibility, and a proactive approach are essential to successfully meet the needs of students and the wider school community.
What we can offer:
Experienced and supportive School Leadership Team
Opportunities for staff to develop through Continuous Professional Development
Local Government Pension scheme
Occupational Health
Employee Assistance Programme
Cycle to work scheme
Free on site Parking
Job Details
Hours of Work: 37 Hours per Week, Term Time Only (including training days) plus 1 week
Position Type: Permanent Post
Line Manager: Vice Principal
Travel Required: No
The salary is dependent on current qualifications and experience, please see the attached job description for more information.
Heartwood Learning Trust is committed to safeguarding and protecting our children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All posts are subject to a safer recruitment process which includes enhanced criminal records and barring checks, scrutiny of employment history, robust referencing and other vetting checks.
Our safeguarding system is underpinned by a range of policies and procedures which encourage and promote safe working practice across the Trust. On joining you will be required to undergo continuous professional development to maintain safe working practice and to safeguard our children and young people.