Pastoral Manager

Monarch Recruitment Ltd; Droylsden; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading education recruitment provider in the UK seeks an experienced Pastoral Manager to support pupil wellbeing in a Tameside Primary School. The role involves assisting children with SEN and SEMH needs, managing behavior, and fostering parent relationships. Ideal candidates will have a pastoral background, understanding of safeguarding, and strong interpersonal skills. Benefits include CPD opportunities, free training, and a referral bonus scheme. Join us to make a difference in children's lives.

Benefits

Leading provider, Crown Commercial Service Approved

Opportunity to enhance CPD portfolio

Free Safeguarding training

Refer a friend scheme – £200 bonus

Online portal to manage pay and timesheets

Qualifications

• Experience managing behaviour and implementing positive strategies.
• Knowledge of safeguarding principles and pupil welfare commitment.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils with SEN/SEMH needs to feel safe and engaged.
• Liaise with parents and carers to support pupil progress.
• Provide pastoral care and aid in pupil transitions.

Skills

Previous experience in a pastoral role within a school setting

Strong understanding of SEN and SEMH needs

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Ability to manage challenging situations

Caring and proactive approach

Job description

Pastoral Manager Required at a Tameside Primary School (M43)

Start Date: February 2026
Contract: Full-time, term-time only
Location: Tameside (M43)
Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience

Are you passionate about supporting children’s wellbeing and helping them thrive in school? Monarch Education are working on behalf of a client school in Tameside (M43), who are seeking an experienced Pastoral Manager to join their team. This is a fantastic opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of pupils, particularly those with SEN and SEMH needs.

As a Pastoral Manager, you will play a key role in:

• Supporting pupils with SEN/SEMH needs to ensure they feel safe, valued and engaged in learning.
• Managing behaviour across the school and implementing positive strategies.
• Liaising with parents and carers, building strong relationships to support pupil progress and wellbeing.
• Providing day to day pastoral care, helping pupils navigate challenges and succeed in school life.
• Supporting the transition to secondary school, preparing pupils for the next stage of their education.

What We’re Looking For:

• Previous experience in a pastoral role within a school setting.
• Strong understanding of SEN and SEMH needs and strategies to support them.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to remain calm under pressure and manage challenging situations effectively.
• A caring, proactive approach and commitment to safeguarding and promoting pupil welfare.

Please apply today for immediate consideration!

Benefits of Working with Monarch Education:

• Leading provider, Crown Commercial Service Approved
• Opportunity to enhance your CPD portfolio through our Affinity Academy
• Free Safeguarding training
• Refer a friend scheme – £200 bonus (you can make unlimited referrals)
• Online portal to manage your pay and timesheets

To learn more about us and what makes Monarch one of the leading education recruitment providers nationwide – please visit our website – About Us – Monarch (monarcheducation.co.uk)

Important Information:

• All pay rates provided are inclusive of rolled up holiday pay.
• Equal Opportunities – Monarch
• Affinity Workforce Solutions and Monarch Education are committed to safeguarding and promoting welfare of children and young people and expects all its temporary workers to share these commitments. As this role involves working with children on a daily basis, regulated activity is that any successful applicant’s applications will, accordance with statutory guidance, be subject to 2 employment references, an enhanced DBS check and a right to work in the UK check.
• This vacancy is based in the United Kingdom. Monarch Education operate in the UK and can only process applications from candidates who are currently UK residents and eligible to work in the UK. Whilst we will endeavour to contact you following your response, due to the high volume of applications we regret that this cannot always be possible. If you have not had notification from us within 30 days please take your application as not being successful this time but we will keep your details on file for future opportunities.