Pastoral Support Manager

RIBBONS AND REEVES; Ilford; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

RIBBONS AND REEVES is recruiting a Pastoral Support Manager for an outstanding 11–18 secondary school in Redbridge. The role is permanent from September 2026 and offers the chance to shape student wellbeing and behaviour across the school.

You will lead a comprehensive pastoral service, work closely with teachers, the Head of School, parents and external agencies, and deliver targeted interventions to help every student reach their full potential.

Responsibilities

• Lead a comprehensive pastoral service to support students.
• Collaborate with teachers, the Head of School, parents and external agencies.
• Promote positive behaviour and improve attendance.
• Deliver targeted interventions to help every student reach potential.

Job description

Pastoral Support Manager | Redbridge | September 2026

Do you have previous school‑based experience and are looking to make a real difference to young people's lives? An Outstanding 11–18 secondary school in Redbridge is seeking a dedicated Pastoral Support Manager to join their team on a permanent basis from September.

This Pastoral Support Manager role is ideal for aspiring Educational Psychologists, Teachers, Youth Workers or Behaviour Specialists looking to build a long‑term career in education. The successful candidate will be paid on the Outer London Unqualified Teacher Pay Scale.

What the school offers

• Permanent role from September 2026
• Salary on the Outer London Unqualified Teacher Pay Scale
• Join an Outstanding 11–18 secondary school
• Excellent CPD and career progression opportunities
• Supportive Senior Leadership Team and experienced pastoral department
• Easily accessible via Central and Elizabeth Line transport links

As a Pastoral Support Manager, you will lead a comprehensive pastoral service, supporting students to overcome barriers to learning both inside and outside the classroom. Working closely with teachers, the Head of School, parents and external agencies, you will promote positive behaviour, improve attendance, deliver targeted interventions and help every student reach their full potential.

Looking for a Pastoral Support Manager with

• Good GCSEs and A‑Levels desirable
• Previous experience working in a secondary school or supporting young people
• Excellent communication, organisation and behaviour management skills
• Ability to build positive relationships with students, families and staff
• Passion for student wellbeing and educational outcomes
• Ambition to progress within education

This Pastoral Support Manager position is an excellent opportunity to join an Outstanding 11–18 secondary school that is committed to developing both its students and staff, making it the perfect next step for a graduate looking to build a rewarding career in education.