Part-time Pastoral Manager

St Teresa's; Braintree; Hybrid; GBP 19,000 - 23,000; Part time

Job summary

John Ray Junior School invites applications for the post of Pastoral Manager and Deputy Safeguarding Lead. The role is part-time (28.75 hours per week), term-time only plus 2 training days, with a start date of immediate availability.

You will liaise with pupils, parents, the SLT, school staff and external agencies to support wellbeing, safeguarding and pastoral needs, while maintaining confidential records and providing a safe, supportive environment for children and staff.

Qualifications

• Strong administrative, organisational and interpersonal skills.
• Open-door approach and ability to create a calm, safe environment for pupils and staff.
• Genuine commitment to wellbeing and safeguarding of children.

Responsibilities

• Liaise effectively with pupils, parents, SLT, school staff and external agencies.
• Support the wellbeing, safeguarding and pastoral needs of pupils.
• Maintain accurate, confidential records and documentation.
• Contribute to a caring, safe environment and provide support to colleagues.

Skills

Administrative skills

Organisational skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Job description

Pastoral Manager & Deputy Safeguarding Lead

Job Ref No. ECC2150-215S Position Type: Teaching/Child Support Pay Range: Scale 7 Points 19 -24

Position Start Date: Immediate Contract Type: Part-time Contract Term: Permanent

Application Close: 28/09/2026 Midday Date of Interviews: Monday 5th October 2026

Pastoral Manager and Deputy Safeguarding Lead

Hours:
28.75 hours per week,
Monday to Friday 08:30 - 14:30 which includes a 15minute unpaid break.
Term time only plus 2 training days

Interview date:
Monday 5th October 2026

An exciting opportunity has arisen at John Ray Junior School for the position of Pastoral Manager and Deputy Safeguarding Lead.

As part of this role, you will be required to liaise effectively with pupils, parents, the Senior Leadership Team (SLT), school staff and a range of external agencies. You will play a key role in supporting the wellbeing, safeguarding and pastoral needs of our pupils, while working closely with colleagues, families and professionals to ensure the best possible outcomes for our children.

The successful applicant will be a committed and dedicated team player with strong administrative, organisational and interpersonal skills. You will have an open-door approach and be able to provide pupils and staff with an approachable, caring and safe environment where they feel listened to, supported and valued.

You will need to:

• Work effectively as part of a team while also demonstrating the ability to work independently and use your own initiative.
• Be punctual, dependable, trustworthy and professional at all times.
• Be proactive, solution-focused and able to respond positively to challenges.
• Communicate effectively and build positive relationships with pupils, parents, colleagues and external professionals.
• Demonstrate discretion, tact and a strong understanding of the importance of confidentiality.
• Remain patient, courteous, calm and positive, even when dealing with challenging or sensitive situations.
• Maintain accurate and confidential records and demonstrate strong administrative and organisational skills.
• Have a genuine commitment to supporting the wellbeing, safeguarding and personal development of children.

A working knowledge of a school environment would be a distinct advantage, as would previous experience of working with external agencies and professionals.

Please see theattached Job Description and Person Specificationfor full details of the responsibilities, expectations and requirements for the role ofPastoral Manager and Deputy Safeguarding Lead.

We reserve the right to close the post before the date stated above if sufficient applications have been received. We therefore advise that you submit your completed online application form as soon as possible.

Information about the School

Our school is a four-form entry junior school catering for children from 7-11. We work in close partnership with our neighbouring infant school as well as other local primary schools.

Our school is a calm and purposeful environment where each child is valued and feels part of the school community. We work hard to promote the social, moral and cultural development of children so they develop positive relationships with staff and each other to help them to build confidence, independence and resilience. Our core values of respect, trust, responsibility, courage, perseverance and hope are well known by everyone in our school community and children use these values in all aspects of school life. Our children are happy at school and the staff work hard to ensure that learning is exciting, fun and memorable. We want every child to master the core skills of English and mathematics and for them to learn through a rich and creative curriculum. In short, we want to create a learning community that has every child skipping through our gates each day!

All appointments are subject to safer recruitment requirements to ensure the safeguarding of children and young people. All positions will involve appropriate checks and clearances.

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