Pastoral Manager

St Monica's RC High School, Prestwich; Prestwich; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Local Government Pension

Job summary

St Monica’s RC High School in Prestwich is seeking a Pastoral Manager to cover the substantive post holder during maternity leave. The role is based at the school, 37 hours per week during term time plus 10 days, with a fixed-term contract through 31 December 2027 and a January 2026 start date.

The salary aligns with Grade 6 SCP 19–24 (£29,476–£32,557 actual; £33,119–£36,518 FTE). Applicants should have strong communication, analytical, and ICT skills.

Qualifications

• Confident communicator (written and oral).
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Well-developed ICT skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines with accuracy.
• High levels of integrity, honesty and credibility.
• Highly motivated with a strong work ethic.
• Able to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Please see the Job Description for an extensive list of duties and responsibilities.

Skills

Confident communicator

Analytical

ICT skills

Attention to detail

Integrity

Motivated

Independent & team player

Tools

None

Job description

Post Title: Pastoral Manager (Maternity Cover)

Responsible to: Deputy Headteacher

Location: St Monica’s RC High School

Salary: Grade 6 (SCP 19-24) Actual Salary £29,476 - £32,557 (£33,119 - £36,518 FTE)

Term of Contract: Fixed term Maternity Cover until 31/12/2027

Working pattern: Term Time Only + 10 days

Hours per week: 37

Start date: January 2026

Closing date: 1st November 2026

St Monica’s RC High School are currently seeking a Pastoral Manager to cover the substantive post holder whilst on maternity leave. This is an exciting opportunity to join the Trust at the beginning of a journey of transition, development, and growth within the multi-academy trustis ‘a welcoming school community’ where there is “a real sense of value placed on each person as based in the image of God.” (CSI Inspection, Feb 2024) and where ‘Staff feel well supported and their workload and well-being have been duly considered.’ (Ofsted, 2024)

Main Duties & Responsibilities

Please see the Job Description for an extensive list of duties and responsibilities.

Our Mission

Our Trust Mission is simple, it is to make Christ known, making lives better for our communities, our children and young people.

Our Values - One of Hope

Inspired by St Teresa of Calcutta, we are people of hope. We have a complete belief in the future we will build together. By offering our children, staff and schools’ opportunities to grow and flourish, we make aspiration and ambition a reality. Our people, just like St Teresa are relentless and fiercely ambitious. We will always reach for that which seems to be just out of our grasp.

One of Courage

As modelled for us by St Teresa of Calcutta, we will have the courage to do what is right. As a community, we will not shy away from making decisions that ensure our communities thrive. We will be brave in our actions. As a truly Catholic organisation this courage will be most apparent in how we collectively support the most vulnerable.

One of Innovation

St Teresa of Calcutta changed the world. Together, we will always be pursuing new ideas and best practice in all areas of our work. We will prepare our children and young people for the world that awaits them. A world which they will shape and change.

We are seeking an individual who:

• Will be a confident communicator (written and oral)
• Possess strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Has well-developed ICT skills.
• Works well under pressure, working accurately with attention to detail, and meeting deadlines.
• Has high levels of integrity, honesty & credibility.
• Is highly motivated with a strong work ethic
• Is able to work independently and also work as part of a team.

We can offer:

• A supportive and dedicated Local Governing Body and Staff
• Highly effective safeguarding procedures.
• A working environment where all feel valued and respected.
• Supportive colleagues and governors with a clear vision and high aspirations for the school.
• A highly dedicated and inspirational team.
• A commitment to relevant, personalised Continuous Professional Development.
• A happy, calm and welcoming working environment.
• Opportunities to work within the wider STOCCAT team
• Generous Local Government Pension scheme employer contribution
• Recognition of continuous Local Government service (where applicable)

The Trust is committed to welcoming individuals regardless of age, disability, ethnicity, faith, gender identity, sexual orientation or marital status or whether you are pregnant or on parental leave or from a socio-economic background. We welcome applicants from all communities and from people that identify with those characteristics.

Commitment to Safeguarding:

The Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. The post you are applying for is covered by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1074 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended in 2013). All appointments will be subject to an enhanced DBS check including Children’s barred list check and satisfactory references, including your suitability to work with children. Information provided by you or the Disclosure and Barring Service will be dealt with in a confidential manner in accordance with the DBS's Code of Practice. You may view the Code of Practice on the DBS website at www.gov.uk/dbs or alternatively a copy is available on request.

Shortlisting date: W/C 1st November

Interview date: TBC

Supporting Documents

• Job Description
• School Values & Ethos