Job Description

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Safeguarding Statement

Expanse Learning is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all its staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All post holders are subject to satisfactory disclosure and clearance prior to employment.

It is unlawful for Expanse Learning to employ anyone who is barred from working with children. It is a criminal offence for any person who is barred from working with children to apply for a position at Expanse Learning. All applicants will be made aware that providing false information is an offence and could result in the application being rejected, or summary dismissal if the applicant has been selected, and referral to the police and/or the DBS.

An online search will be completed as part of Expanse Learnings pre-employment checks.

Purpose

The Pastoral Manager will lead on all aspects of student personal development, behaviour, attendance, and wellbeing. You will manage the delivery of strategic and operational pastoral interventions, line manage the Pastoral Officer, and ensure that safeguarding, behaviour and attendance systems are robust, effective, and compliant.


You will be a designated safeguarding officer and play a key role in liaising with families, external agencies, and staff to create a positive, safe, and inclusive learning environment for all students.

Key Responsibilities

Leadership & Management

Provide leadership and line management to the Pastoral Officer, overseeing day-to-day pastoral support and ensuring consistency across interventions and student support.


Lead on the strategic development of the schools pastoral provision and ensure alignment with the School Development Plan.


Oversee pastoral data, reporting trends to SLT, and using analysis to improve provision.


Maintain accurate and up-to-date records through DatabridgeMIS, ensuring all behaviour, attendance, and pastoral records are recorded and actioned.


Act as a designated safeguarding officer and lead on complex safeguarding cases under the direction of the DSL.


Co-ordinate and oversee behaviour and attendance monitoring systems and strategies, including Early Help and multi-agency referrals.

Pastoral Oversight & Student Support

Support vulnerable students to overcome barriers to learning through mentoring, coaching, and tailored interventions.


Design and implement effective behaviour and attendance improvement plans.


Lead on the reintegration of students following fixed-term exclusions or long absences, coordinating wraparound support.


Maintain a visible presence around the school and act as a positive role model in behaviour and attitude.


Support student transitions into and out of the school, ensuring a smooth and supportive process.

Family & External Engagement

Liaise with parents and carers to address concerns and support attendance, behaviour, and emotional wellbeing.


Represent the school in key multi-agency meetings including PEPs, TACs, Annual Reviews, attendance panels, and Early Help processes.


Build and maintain strong relationships with local authorities, health professionals, CAMHS, social care, and other external services.


Lead on parent/carer engagement activities linked to pastoral care and wellbeing.

Other Duties


Attend safeguarding, behaviour, and pastoral CPD as required, including TeamTeach and Early Help training.


Contribute to the whole school ethos of inclusion, care, and high expectations.


Deputise for the DSL when appropriate.


Perform other duties commensurate with the role as required by the Head Teacher or SLT.

This job description will be reviewed regularly as part of your professional development and may be subject to change following consultation.

Essential Qualifications, Skills, and Knowledge

Minimum GCSE Grade 5 or equivalent in English and Maths.


Proven experience in a pastoral or safeguarding role within a SEND or SEMH setting.


Strong understanding of child protection, safeguarding, and statutory responsibilities.


Skilled in managing and analysing pastoral and attendance data (DatabridgeMIS or similar).


Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with a child-centred approach.


Able to manage complex and sensitive situations with professionalism and care.


Experience in leading or mentoring staff or teams is highly desirable.

Desirable

Relevant professional pastoral qualifications (e.g., Level 3/4 in Safeguarding, Social Work, Youth Work, etc.).


Relevant professional management qualifications


Previous line management experience.


Understanding of trauma-informed practice and attachment needs.


Knowledge of current legislation and best practice in SEND, inclusion, and safeguarding.

Benefits

Engagement:

+ Values-Driven culture Were proud of our culture as we strive to further embed our values
+ An open and collaborative working environment, not just within your college but also across the organisation where innovation is encouraged
+ A career in an organisation that values individuality and diversity
+ Dedicated focus groups to ensure we have the optimal working environment in all aspects.

Professional development opportunities:

+ Regular training and access to a range of internal and external programmes tailored to your learning needs throughout your career
+ Educational sponsorship (application required)
+ Opportunities for career progression as we are willing and able to support moves from one department to another.

Financial:

+ A competitive salary for both teaching and non-teaching staff whereby pay progression is possible on a bi-annual basis, following successful performance
+ Access to a salary sacrifice pension plan
+ Enhanced sick pay that increases as it aligned with your length of service

Well-being:

+ Full-time equivalent staff receive 39 days annual leave plus bank holidays (set holiday pattern)
+ Wellbeing champions and access to Mental Health First Aiders
+ 24/7 access to a free Employee Assistance Programme to provide confidential advice and guidance
+ Access to private medical insurance
+ Personal resilience and Wellbeing courses
+ Dedicated wellbeing day each year
+ Wellbeing campaigns.

Facilities:

+ Great buildings providing positive working environments
+ Free car parking at every site
+ Social networking opportunities across the organisation to create new relationships both inside and outside of the work setting.