Pastoral Manager

Required as soon as possible Pastoral Manager Grade 

4A points 36-39 £26,256 - £28,991 (Actual salary). 36 Hours, Term Time Only plus additional training days and some evening work.  This is a permanent post.   

We are currently seeking to appoint a Pastoral Manager to lead the strong and very busy Pastoral team. The purpose of this post is to fulfil our responsibility in the improvement of pastoral provision across the school.   T

his is a new role and is a fantastic opportunity for an enthusiastic and motivated individual.  You must possess the skills and determination to make a significant difference to the lives of all our students.  The post will involve the strategic management of all pastoral behaviour related matters including monitoring, reporting and the regular mentoring of students.  

You will be required to work with the Senior Leader Pastoral and the Pastoral team.  You will have direct line management of the five Heads of Year –Pastoral (non teaching).  

As Pastoral Manager, you will: 

• Enable students to achieve their full learning and social skills potential, particularly students   requiring extra and extended support. 

 • Line Manage the Heads of Year Pastoral. 

• Reduce the number of students needing to access second and third tier pastoral interventions. 

• Work with families and external agencies. 

 • Co-ordinate student mentoring.   

Additionally, the Pastoral Manager is responsible for developing the school ethos that supports and enhances student’s resilience, involvement and sense of belonging. This will ensure all students enjoy school life and fulfil their potential.  

Our mission is to provide an academic education within a comprehensive setting.  We are passionate about caring for our students and in doing so we aim for the STARS:  Sensible, Thoughtful, Ambitious, Respectful & Supportive – qualities everyone displays to inspire our students.  We need to work together to get the best possible outcomes for all our young people, but especially our most able and our disadvantaged students.    

This school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the well-being of children.   The post is subject to enhanced disclosure & barring check.  

To apply: If you feel you have the relevant experience and appropriate skills to strengthen an excellent team, please apply.  Application forms are available from TES on-line, the School website www.walkden.uk.com, or by e-mail to pat.wilford@salford.gov.uk   Electronic applications are preferred to pat.wilford@salford.gov.uk   Deadline for application return:  9.00am Monday 24th April 2017