Pastoral Lead

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Job Title: Pastoral Lead

Department: Curriculum Faculty (Pastoral & Student Experience)

Reporting to: Associate Director / Head of Quality (Faculty)

Contract: MC Teaching Support, Full-Time, Permanent

Salary: MC Teaching Support Scale SO2, Points 29–31. £34,697 – £36,744 per annum

Hours: 37 hours per week

Annual Leave: 30 days per annum plus statutory Bank Holidays

Pension: Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS)

Location: [Employer hidden], Main Campus, TS2 1AD

The Role

We are seeking an experienced and motivated Pastoral Lead to play a key role in shaping and delivering high-quality pastoral support across a curriculum faculty at [Employer hidden]. The successful candidate will manage and implement effective strategies that support learners’ attendance, behaviour, engagement, welfare and personal development, ensuring every student feels supported, challenged and able to succeed. Working closely with faculty leaders, tutors and cross-college support services, you will drive improvements in student experience and outcomes while upholding the College’s values and safeguarding responsibilities.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the delivery and continuous improvement of the faculty’s pastoral support systems
• Implement and manage Student Disciplinary and Attendance Policies consistently across the faculty
• Act as Duty Manager and first point of contact for pastoral matters within the faculty
• Line manage Attendance Officers and administrative staff, ensuring consistent systems and high standards
• Develop and implement early intervention strategies with parents/carers to improve attendance and punctuality
• Contribute to improvements in student attendance, behaviour, progression and destinations
• Ensure students are placed in tutor groups and actively engage in Thrive lessons
• Work closely with Associate Directors, Heads of Quality and Personal Tutors to ensure consistent support systems
• Oversee weekly “at risk” meetings with Safeguarding and Welfare Officers
• Ensure timely referrals to Safeguarding, Welfare and Careers teams as appropriate
• Monitor and record interventions to address underperformance
• Ensure progression interviews are completed and student destinations recorded
• Support enrichment activities, student council participation and regional / national competitions
• Participate in marketing, recruitment and learner events, including open evenings and enrolment
• Actively promote equality, diversity, safeguarding and health and safety

Skills, Knowledge & Expertise

Essential

• Minimum Level 3 qualification
• GCSE English and Maths at Grade C / Level 4 or above (or equivalent)
• Experience working with FE quality systems, data and processes
• Knowledge of safeguarding policies and procedures in Further Education
• Strong organisational, communication and time management skills
• Ability to analyse data and implement improvement strategies
• High level of IT competency
• Ability to lead, motivate and collaborate effectively

Desirable

• Management qualification
• FE management experience
• Experience of managing staff teams
• Experience of behaviour management and de-escalation
• Experience using systems such as ProMonitor, ProSolution or Report Suite

Why Join Us?

• Substantial annual leave entitlement plus holiday purchase scheme.
• Health & Wellbeing; free gym membership, 24/7 counselling for you and your family
• Family-friendly policies: flexible hours and a supportive work environment
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP): confidential support including counselling, legal and financial advice.
• Professional development: extensive training, mentoring, and career progression opportunities
• Funded CPD opportunities, regular staff development training, and paid volunteering days
• Access to discounted hair and beauty treatments at our onsite salon.
• College benefit scheme – College Extras:
• Up to 15% cashback at top retailers & restaurants
• Discounted gift cards for big brands
• Home & tech upgrades via salary sacrifice
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Discounted onsite car parking.

To learn more about working at [Employer hidden], please visit our  Work For Us page.

For further details and to discuss the role in more detail, please contact Craig Duggan,  Director of Inclusive Learning & ALS on [contact hidden]

Are you ready to make your mark?

If you’re looking to join a team that cares about their staff wellbeing, values their personal development and works with them to have a positive impact on student experience, come to [Employer hidden]!

About [Employer hidden]

[Employer hidden] is a leading provider of education and training in the North East, offering A-levels, vocational courses, apprenticeships, and degree-level qualifications. With state-of-the-art facilities and a commitment to staff development, we’re proud to create opportunities for learners and colleagues alike, fostering an environment where everyone can grow, thrive, and make a real difference.

Our Vision, Mission and Values

Across our campus and community, [Employer hidden] is driven by a clear vision, mission, and values that not only shape what we do for students—but also make us a great place to work, grow, and thrive.

Safeguarding Our Students

[Employer hidden] is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all students. All staff are expected to share this commitment. If you’re successful, you’ll be required to complete thorough pre-employment checks, including an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references. All roles within the College carry safeguarding responsibilities, including promoting student welfare, reporting any concerns to the Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL), and modelling safe and appropriate conduct in line with College policies.

All posts at [Employer hidden] involve regulated activity and are therefore exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (ROA) 1974. The amendments to the ROA 1974 (Exceptions Order 1975, (amended 2013 and 2020)) mean that when applying for certain jobs and activities, certain spent convictions and cautions are ‘protected’, so they do not need to be disclosed to employers, and if they are disclosed, employers cannot take them into account. The MOJ’s guidance on the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the Exceptions Order 1975, provides information about which convictions must be declared during job applications, related exceptions and further information.

Please be aware that it is a Criminal offence to apply for this post if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity in connection to children.

As part of our shortlisting process, we will conduct an online search for all shortlisted candidates to identify any safeguarding or reputation‑related concerns (as required by KCSIE).

Right to work

Applicants must have the legal right to work in the UK at the time of application. Unfortunately, we are unable to offer visa sponsorship for this role.

Recruitment Process

Applications are shortlisted for interview as they are received, and so early application is encouraged. We reserve the right to commence the interview process and close the vacancy prior to this date.

Equality & Diversity

[Employer hidden] is an equal opportunities employer, committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone is valued. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and make recruitment decisions based on skills and experience. As a Disability Confident employer, we actively support applicants with disabilities.