Overview
Post 16 Pastoral Lead (Maternity cover) (Derby Moor Spencer Academy)
Contract Type: Fixed Term
Education Phases: Secondary;
Working Patterns: Full-Time;
Application Deadline: Sunday, 5th October 2025
Is a Shared Job: No
About us
Derby Moor is a vibrant and exciting place to work and to learn as both a student and a member of staff. Our school motto of ‘Together We Succeed’ captures our approach to life and learning at the academy and also reflects the diversity and aspiration of our school community. Our four core values are:
* Achievement – We believe that everyone can achieve, regardless of background or personal circumstance.
* Aspiration – We believe our students and staff can be the best in their chosen field. Our renowned employability curriculum gives our students the knowledge, skills-base and experiences they need to aim for greatness and to aspire to be the best they can be. For staff, our bespoke CPD offer ensures they have developmental opportunities and are supported to become expert practitioners.
* High Expectations – We believe high expectations are the foundations of success and expect the highest standards from our community. This is in terms of conduct, communication and commitment to development. We are preparing students for life and the world of work, and will not settle for anything less than excellence.
* Community – We believe the Derby Moor community is unique and key in preparing our young people for life in modern Britain. Our community is diverse, embracing the rich variety of faiths, cultures and backgrounds that exist here, working together so everyone feels valued, safe and fulfilled.
At Derby Moor Spencer Academy, we take pride in the facilities we offer our students. The school was rebuilt in 2013 and features a welcoming entrance plaza, state-of-the-art technology and a diverse range of learning spaces and sports facilities.
Role and responsibilities
* To be responsible for the safeguarding, welfare and behaviour of students, promoting positive student attitudes and behaviour in and around school and mutual respect for members of the school community.
* To provide support and intervention to promote student attainment, achievement, attendance and well-being.
* To work as part of a team to promote and support whole-school policies including raising attainment, behaviour, rewards, attendance and punctuality.
* To promote positive relations and ensure excellent communication across the school community and with external agencies.
* To participate in efficient, effective and proactive organisational and administrative support for Post 16.
* Able to work flexibly, adopt a hands-on approach and adapt to the needs and priorities of the academy.
* To be part of the cover/buddy rota for First Aid provision (Training will be provided) in the absence of the Primary First Aider.
What we offer
* A friendly, supportive and professional team of staff
* A commitment to provide Continuing Professional Development
* An excellent support programme for new staff
SAT is an educational charity, Multi-Academy Trust and Sponsor of Academies. We have approaching 18,000 children and young people in our academies and employ more than 2,800 teachers, leaders and educational support professionals across the East Midlands. We aspire to be a leading regional high-performing Trust, with a national reputation for excellence.
We currently have 18 primary academies, 8 secondary academies and 1 primary aged special school in our family of schools. All of our schools benefit from the collaboration and added value that being a member of the Trust offers, sharing our values and beliefs. Spencer Trust academies share an ambition to deliver results that compete with the very highest performing schools in the country and deliver a curriculum for students that is underpinned by breadth, opportunity and quality: one that seeks to give young people the opportunity to develop into well-rounded global citizens who believe they can influence positive change in the world.
Mission and values
Mission – Our mission is to deliver the best possible outcomes for children and young people.
Vision – Spencer Academies Trust is an exceptional Trust, providing an outstanding education for local children.
We Believe:
* All children have a right to a quality education regardless of background or ability and have an entitlement to the opportunity of a secure progression route in their learning and development.
* Schools are stronger when they collaborate, operate within a ‘family’ and are open to true partnership.
* We grow the effectiveness and sustainability of our schools by developing the people within them, and through shared and equitable responsibility for quality and outcomes; we achieve more.
Applicants would be expected to share the Trust’s high aspirations and expectations for pupils and staff.
How to apply and selection process
If you would like to discuss the role or have any queries, please contact the HR team on 01332 772706 or email hr@derbymoorspencer.org.uk.
The Spencer Academies Trust safer recruitment policy requires applications for this post to be submitted through our recruitment portal. CVs cannot be accepted. We are also required to request references prior to interview.
Closing date for applications: 11:59pm on Sunday 5th October 2025. Interviews will take place on TBC. Early application is strongly encouraged as we reserve the right to interview and close the advert ahead of the closing date.
How to Apply
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Safeguarding and equal opportunity
Spencer Academies Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all our children and young people. All appointments are subject to satisfactory pre-employment checks, including a satisfactory Enhanced DBS check with Barred List where applicable, and the completion of Level 2 Safeguarding training. It is an offence to apply for the role if an applicant is barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant to children.
The Trust and its member academies are committed to promoting equality and diversity in both employment and education provision. We aim to ensure that students, parents, governors, employees, contractors, partners, clients and other stakeholders are treated fairly and with dignity and respect regardless of protected characteristics.
Spencer Academies Trust is a Disability Confident Committed Employer
Job details
Post 16 Pastoral Lead (maternity cover); NJC15 - NJC19 (£27,776 - £29,650 actual salary, per annum), 37 hours per week, 42 weeks per year (Term Time Plus 3 weeks). To start as soon as possible.
Generous Local Government Pension Scheme, Employee Assistance Programme (Health Assured) and BHN Extras (Discount and Salary Sacrifice Schemes). For full details, click here: https://www.spencertrust.org.uk/employee-benefits
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