Pastoral Manager

Reeson Education; London; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A child-focused school in London seeks a Pastoral Manager to enhance pupils' social, emotional, and academic outcomes. The ideal candidate will support safeguarding efforts, work closely with families, and build trusting relationships to foster a positive learning environment. This role offers a meaningful opportunity to impact the community and support students in their development.

Qualifications

• Experience working directly with children and families.
• Strong understanding of safeguarding and Early Help processes.
• Commitment to inclusion, anti-racism, and community collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Support the social, emotional and academic development of pupils.
• Act as Deputy Designated Safeguarding Lead (DDSL).
• Work directly with families to improve behaviour and attendance.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal Skills

Organisational Skills

Confidentiality

Empathy

Education

Experience in a school or community setting

Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL) training

Job description

Pastoral Manager

Reporting to: Assistant Headteacher / Senior Leadership Team
Hours: 36 hours per week, Term Time only (39 weeks + 5 additional days)
Start Date: September 2025

About this Pastoral Manager Role:

To support the social, emotional and academic development of pupils through direct work with children and families. The Pastoral Manager will play a key role in safeguarding, early help provision, and strengthening family-school relationships to improve outcomes for all pupils.

Key Responsibilities of Pastoral Manager:

• Act as a Deputy Designated Safeguarding Lead (DDSL), supporting the school's safeguarding team in responding to concerns and liaising with external agencies.

• Work directly with children and families, both 1:1 and in groups, to address issues affecting behaviour, attendance, emotional wellbeing and engagement with learning.

• Provide advice, support and signposting for families in need, including access to Early Help services, parenting support, housing or financial services, and wellbeing provision.

• Liaise with external agencies, including Family Wellbeing Centres, Local Authority services, social care, and other community-based support networks.

• Monitor and improve attendance of targeted pupils by working with families to address barriers and implement early interventions.

• Develop and maintain positive, trusting relationships with pupils, families and staff, offering non-judgemental support and promoting inclusion.

• Maintain accurate and confidential records using the school's safeguarding and attendance systems.

• Support with school-based programmes such as behaviour support, emotional regulation, peer mentoring, or parent workshops.

• Promote the school's vision of ambition, identity and society in all aspects of the role.

What experience do I need to work as a pastoral manager?

• Experience working with children and families in a school or community setting

• Strong understanding of safeguarding, child protection, and Early Help processes

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

• Ability to manage sensitive issues with confidentiality, empathy and professionalism

• Strong organisational and record-keeping skills

• A commitment to inclusion, anti-racism, and community collaboration

• Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL) or Deputy DSL experience or training (Desirable)

• Knowledge of Brent Early Help systems and local support networks (Desirable)

• Previous experience in pastoral, inclusion or family liaison roles in an educational setting (Essential)

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a child and community focused school, and where your work will have a real and lasting impact.

Apply for this Pastoral Manager post today to find our more.

Reeson Education:

Reeson Education is the England's Premier Recruitment Agency. Established in 2006 by experienced teachers, education professionals and recruitment specialists, we have built our business and reputation on the cores values of honesty, integrity and excellence.

We care about education and the provision of education and have established an excellent reputation with schools and teachers alike.

At Reeson Education we work closely with a large network of Nurseries, Primary Schools, Secondary Schools and Colleges across the UK. Our client base provides us with an abundance of available daily supply, long term and permanent opportunities across all age groups in all areas of London.

Reeson Education is an Equal Opportunities employer and is committed to the highest standards of safeguarding and the promotion of the welfare of children, young people and adults.

Please note that all daily/hourly rates quoted are inclusive of holiday pay at 12.07%