Job Description

Hours

1 FTE

Salary Details

L6 - L12

Contract

Permanent

Starting Date

23/02/2026 or as soon as notice period allows.

"Children flourish and shine at Nancealverne School"

Nancealverne School is an inclusive, forward-thinking community committed to helping every student thrive. We are seeking an Assistant Headteacher (Pastoral Care) to lead our pastoral systems, ensuring pupils receive exceptional care and support to flourish academically and personally. This is an exciting opportunity for a dynamic, compassionate leader from either specialist or mainstream settings.

Key Responsibilities:

Lead safeguarding as Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL) and ensure compliance with statutory guidance.

Drive whole-school pastoral strategy, embedding trauma-informed practice and promoting wellbeing.

Oversee attendance and behaviour systems, using data to implement effective interventions.

Champion inclusion and personal development in line with Ofsted 2025 framework.

Build strong partnerships with families and external agencies to support pupils holistically.

Support staff wellbeing, lead HR processes, and contribute to recruitment and induction.

Deputise for senior leaders and play an active role in school improvement planning.

We are looking for someone who:

Has proven experience in pastoral leadership and supporting pupils with special educational needs. Holds QTS and DSL (or willing to train as), with strong safeguarding knowledge. Is an inspiring leader with excellent communication, organisational skills, and resilience. Demonstrates compassion, commitment to inclusion, and ability to manage HR processes. Is flexible, proactive, and committed to continuous professional development.

What we offer:

A collaborative, supportive environment with professional development opportunities. Generous benefits package: 37 days paid holiday, health and wellbeing support, retailer discounts, gym memberships, Bike2Work scheme, and long-service rewards.
As a member of the Special Partnership Trust, you will be part of a network of specialist schools across Cornwall committed to collaboration, development, and inclusion.

We are committed to safeguarding children and the successful applicant will be required to undertake an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.

Application packs are available from the Nancealverne School Website (www.nancealverne.org.uk) and should be returned to:

Jessica Jackson, School Administrative Manager, Nancealverne School, Madron Road, Penzance. TR20 8TP or via email jjackson@nancealverne.org.uk. Telephone: 01736 365039

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: 58,569.00-67,898.00 per year

Benefits:

Company pension Cycle to work scheme Employee discount Enhanced maternity leave Health & wellbeing programme On-site parking Private medical insurance Sick pay Store discount
Ability to commute/relocate:

Penzance TR20 8TP: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Work authorisation:

United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person