Pastoral Manager and Designated Safeguarding Lead

Wigan Council; Wigan; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Wigan Council seeks a dedicated Pastoral Manager and Designated Safeguarding Lead for Ince CE Primary and Nursery School. The ideal candidate will embody Christian values and strive for excellence while ensuring the safety and wellbeing of children. Key responsibilities include overseeing safeguarding protocols and engaging with families to enhance community ties.

Benefits

Welcoming Christian environment

Dedicated and friendly staff team

Supportive learning atmosphere

Qualifications

• Experience with Early Help for families.
• Experience in monitoring attendance action plans.
• Participation in child protection meetings.

Responsibilities

• Champion child protection policies.
• Maintain accurate safeguarding documentation.
• Lead meetings with parents and external agencies.

Skills

Honesty

Trustworthiness

Commitment to child welfare

Transparent communication

Education

Designated Safeguarding Training Qualification

Job description

Pastoral Manager and Designated Safeguarding Lead, Wigan

Location:

Wigan, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

EU work permit required:

Yes

Job Reference:

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Job Views:

3

Posted:

25.06.2025

Expiry Date:

09.08.2025

Job Description:

Ince CE Primary and Nursery School

Location: Ince, Wigan, WN2 2AL

Hours: 37 hours per week, term time plus 1 week, working 39 weeks per year

Start Date: September 2025

We are seeking an experienced Pastoral Manager and Designated Safeguarding Lead to join our team. Our Governors are looking for someone who:

• Embodies Christian Values
• Is honest, transparent, and trustworthy
• Loves children and the Ince community, committed to improving their lives
• Acts as a role model
• Strives for excellence

The successful candidate must demonstrate:

• Designated Safeguarding Training Qualification
• Experience with Early Help for families
• Monitoring and implementing attendance action plans
• Participation in child protection meetings
• Maintaining accurate safeguarding documentation
• Leading meetings with parents and external agencies
• Championing child protection policies

We offer:

• A welcoming Christian environment with happy children proud of their school
• A dedicated and friendly staff team
• Enthusiastic children eager to learn

If you are a candidate who shares our vision and has the skills and experience, we welcome your application. Visits to the school are encouraged; please contact the school office at 01942 704129 or email [emailprotected] to arrange an appointment.

The position is subject to safer recruitment checks, including an Enhanced Disclosure and child barred list check.

For further information, contact the school at 01942 704129 or via email. Visit our website: https://www.ince.wigan.sch.uk/

Interview date: To Be Confirmed

This position is subject to Enhanced Disclosure Procedures plus child barred list check

The employer is committed to safeguarding