Pastoral manager
- Middlesbrough, North Yorkshire
- £140-200 per day
- Temporary
- Full-time
Start Date: September 2025
Salary: pay to scaleAbout the RoleWe are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Pastoral Manager to join our secondary school team in Middlesbrough. The successful candidate will play a vital role in supporting the wellbeing, behaviour, attendance, and safeguarding of students across KS3 and KS4.This is an exciting opportunity for someone who is passionate about making a positive impact on the lives of young people, ensuring they feel safe, supported, and ready to learn.Key ResponsibilitiesLead on pastoral care and student wellbeing across the school.Monitor attendance, punctuality, and behaviour records, intervening where necessary.Provide emotional and practical support to students facing challenges, acting as a trusted point of contact.Work closely with teachers, senior leaders, and safeguarding leads to implement behaviour and wellbeing strategies.Build strong relationships with parents/carers and, where necessary, liaise with external agencies (e.g., social services, CAMHS).Promote positive behaviour, resilience, and inclusion across the school community.Ensure safeguarding concerns are reported and acted on in line with school policy.Qualifications & ExperienceEssential:Good general education (GCSEs in English and Maths).Experience working with young people in a school, youth work, or social care setting.Knowledge of safeguarding, behaviour management, and child protection frameworks.Strong communication, empathy, and conflict-resolution skills.Desirable:Degree or relevant Level 3/4 qualification in education, psychology, youth work, or related area.Training in counselling, mental health support, or First Aid.Previous experience in a pastoral, behaviour, or attendance role within a school.Why Join Us?Supportive and welcoming school community.Opportunities for professional development and training.A chance to make a lasting impact on the lives of students.How to Apply
Please send your CV and a short covering statement to dhara.upadhyay@protocol-education.comAll applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQs on the Protocol Education website for further details.All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.Protocol Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with the DfE statutory guidance 'Keeping Children Safe in Education', this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.
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