Pastoral, Attendance & Safeguarding Lead

The Methodist Church in Britain; Sutton-in-Ashfield; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits package via marketplace

Wellbeing support and EAP

MH First Aider training

CPD, apprenticeships and professional?

Public sector pension

Family-friendly policies and depend.-&

Annual leave and pay progression

Job summary

Skegby Junior Academy is seeking a pupil engagement and pastoral post within its safeguarding team. The role centers on leading attendance, behaviour and wellbeing strategies across the academy, and collaborating with the SENCo on targeted interventions.

The post is term-time, 37 hours per week across 40 weeks, and includes duties as deputy designated safeguarding lead. Right to work in the UK is required; visa sponsorship is not available. Start date to be confirmed.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children in a pastoral or safeguarding role.
• Confidence leading on behaviour, attendance and wellbeing.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proactive, empathetic approach to pupils and families.

Responsibilities

• Lead pupil engagement and attendance strategies across the academy.
• Deliver high-quality pastoral care and support.
• Promote positive attitudes, wellbeing and behaviour across the academy.
• Promote an inclusive, positive culture throughout the academy.
• Work with teachers, parents and external agencies so every child feels safe, valued and ready to learn.
• Lead initiatives on positive behaviour, resilience and mental health.
• Work with the SENCo to put timely, targeted interventions in place.
• Monitor attendance and wellbeing and tackle barriers to learning.
• Sit on the safeguarding team as deputy designated safeguarding lead.

Skills

Behaviour leadership

Pastoral provision

Creative thinking

Behaviour management

Communication skills

Empathy with pupils & families

Job description

Skegby Junior Academy is seeking a pupil engagement and pastoral post within its safeguarding team. The role centers on leading attendance, behaviour and wellbeing strategies across the academy, and collaborating with the SENCo on targeted interventions.

The post is term-time, 37 hours per week across 40 weeks, and includes duties as deputy designated safeguarding lead. Right to work in the UK is required; visa sponsorship is not available. Start date to be confirmed.