Job Description

Birkdale High School is an oversubscribed and successful all-boys 11-16 comprehensive academy with an excellent reputation, outstanding pastoral care and consistently above national average academic results. We are also proud to be part of the Southport Learning Trust.

The Headteacher and Governors are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic and committed individual to join our Pastoral Team in January 2026. The successful candidate will provide support for students in a pastoral capacity, particularly in the area of Behaviour and Culture. The post holder will support the pastoral team, including the Assistant Headteacher (Behaviour & Culture) and the Heads of Year.

The successful candidate will be able to use their own initiative whilst also being able to relate well and quickly establish a rapport and high level of trust with young people. The person appointed will be committed to securing improved outcomes for pupils while demonstrating flexibility and being able to work constructively as part of a team.

The ideal candidate will have strong communication and organisational skills, in addition to high expectations of behaviour and culture, natural compassion and empathy, and a desire to safeguard children both in and outside the school environment. Training will be offered to the successful candidate to ensure that all aspects of the role can be undertaken successfully.

Ultimately, we aim to provide our boys with an excellent, well sequenced and considered curriculum, founded upon key core knowledge and the development of essential life skills such as reading, academic curiosity and the tools to be life-long learners. In addition, we are passionate about developing pupils' character and ensuring that the boys become well-rounded and empowered young men.

This is an exciting opportunity for a professional with a strong interest in developing exemplary behaviour in young people and who has the capacity not only to work within well established school systems but to develop them further.

Finding the right school is always important. Candidates are strongly encouraged to visit the school prior to the closing date. You will have the opportunity to meet the Headteacher and Assistant Headteacher, tour the school, and most importantly, gain a flavour of the fantastic learning environment whilst meeting some of our wonderful boys. Please contact Karen Anslow, PA to the Leadership Team on kanslow@birkdalehigh.co.uk

We are really looking forward to meeting you.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: 28,598.00-32,061.00 per year

Work Location: In person