Pastoral Lead - Sheddingdean School

West Sussex County Council; Burgess Hill; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

A local education authority is seeking a compassionate Pastoral Lead for Sheddingdean Primary School to support student attendance and behavior. The ideal candidate will have experience in pastoral care, trauma-informed practices, and a commitment to inclusion. This fixed-term role offers a salary ranging from £26,403 to £28,598 per year, based on experience.

Qualifications

• Proven experience working in a pastoral role within a school or similar setting.
• A deep understanding of trauma-informed practices.
• A therapeutic approach to behaviour that supports the emotional and social development of all children.

Responsibilities

• Support attendance and behaviour across the school.
• Foster a nurturing environment for children.
• Work with families to remove barriers to attendance.

Skills

Experience working in a pastoral role

Understanding of trauma-informed practices

Therapeutic approach to behaviour

Commitment to inclusion

Experience working with families

Job description

Pastoral Lead - Sheddingdean School

West Sussex County Council

• Location: West Sussex
• Salary: £26,403-£28,598 per year
• Contract Type: Fixed Term for 1 year
• Working Pattern: 25 hours a week
• Location: Sheddingdean CP school

Pastoral Lead Vacancy

Would you like to join an inclusive and friendly school as our new Pastoral Lead? Sheddingdean Primary School is a vibrant and diverse community school committed to nurturing the whole child; and we are looking for an experienced pastoral lead to support attendance and behaviour across the school, alongside our Senior Leadership and Inclusion Team. We are seeking a compassionate, experienced individual with a strong background in pastoral care. The ideal candidate will have:

• Proven experience working in a pastoral role within a school or similar setting
• A deep understanding of trauma-informed practices
• A therapeutic approach to behaviour that supports the emotional and social development of all children
• A commitment to inclusion and the ability to work effectively with pupils and families from a wide range of backgrounds and needs
• Experience working with families in order to remove barriers to attendance

At Sheddingdean, we believe that every child deserves to feel safe, valued, and supported. Our Pastoral Lead will play a key role in fostering a nurturing environment where children can thrive both emotionally and academically. If you are passionate about making a difference in children\'s lives and want to be part of a dedicated and forward-thinking team, we would love to hear from you. We look forward to welcoming a new colleague who shares our values and vision.

Job Details

• Salary: Grade 5-6 depending on experience £26,403-£28,598 Pro Rata
• Contract Type: Fixed Term for 1 year
• Working Pattern: 25 hrs a week
• Location: Sheddingdean CP school
• Interviews: 8th October 2025

Further Information

Sheddingdean School and West Sussex County Council are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment. All successful candidates will be subject to an appropriate Disclosure and Barring Service check along with other relevant employment checks, including satisfactory references.

How to Apply

To apply for this role please download the job description and application form below. Complete the application form and ensure that you outline your motivations for applying and explaining the skills and experience you can bring to the role (please refer to the key skills in the job description). Once complete please return this to. Should you have any questions regarding the role or the application please feel free to email us or contact us on 01444 246532.

NOTE TO CANDIDATES - Please do not select the \"Apply online\" button as the School processes your applications directly rather than through this site. The reference number for this role is SCHO01053.