Pastoral & Safeguarding Lead (Deputy)

Lift Schools; Stroud; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Lift Schools via Marling School is seeking a Pastoral & Deputy Safeguarding Lead to help every student thrive, supporting Heads of Year and the Safeguarding Team to promote wellbeing, attendance and positive behaviour across key stages.

You will coordinate targeted support, mentor students and liaise with families to remove barriers to success, contributing to a positive school culture and inclusive environment across all years.

Qualifications

• Has a good general education, including GCSEs in English and Maths or equivalent.
• Experience in pastoral, inclusion, or behaviour support with young people, including those facing complex challenges.
• Understands safeguarding principles and legislation and can manage sensitive situations with care and professionalism.
• Communicates clearly and warmly in writing and conversation, building strong relationships with students, colleagues, families, and external professionals.
• Is organised, able to prioritise, and confident using school systems and everyday technology.

Responsibilities

• Support Heads of Year with pastoral management across key stages, ensuring a consistent and values-led approach.
• Support Designated Safeguarding Lead with administrative duties including: Multi - Agency referrals, Personal Education Plan (PEP) Review meetings.
• Guide and mentor targeted students and groups, using pastoral and academic data to identify needs and monitor the impact of your work.
• Help safeguard and promote the welfare of all students as a Deputy Designated Safeguarding Lead, reporting concerns promptly and working closely with the safeguarding team.
• Liaise with parents, carers, and external agencies, contributing to multi-agency meetings and building trusted relationships.
• Maintain accurate records using our school systems and provide administrative support to Heads of Year and Safeguarding Team.
• Contribute to the wider school community by supporting student participation, assemblies, wellbeing initiatives, and the positive culture we're building together.

Skills

Pastoral management

Safeguarding

Communication

Organisation

Inclusion

Data literacy

Education

GCSE English

GCSE Maths

Tools

Bromcom

Arbor

CPOMs

Job description

Lift Schools via Marling School is seeking a Pastoral & Deputy Safeguarding Lead to help every student thrive, supporting Heads of Year and the Safeguarding Team to promote wellbeing, attendance and positive behaviour across key stages.

You will coordinate targeted support, mentor students and liaise with families to remove barriers to success, contributing to a positive school culture and inclusive environment across all years.