Job Title: Pastoral Lead
Location: Castleford
Salary Range: £95 - £120 per day (Depending on Experience)
Start Date: Immediate
Contract Type: Day-to-day/Long-term, Part-time/Full-time
Are you a caring and committed professional with a strong interest in student welfare and emotional growth? Step into a leading role within our pastoral team and help shape a nurturing school environment!
GSL Education are looking to appoint a Pastoral Lead to work across schools in Castleford. This position is perfect for an individual with a background in student support and behaviour management, who is dedicated to creating a caring and secure school environement.
As a Pastoral Lead, you will play a key role in supporting students’ emotional and social needs, promoting their personal growth, and helping to create a safe, inclusive, and supportive school community.
As a Pastoral Lead, your responsibilities will include:
* Providing guidance and support to students facing emotional, social, or behavioural difficulties.
* Serving as a key contact for addressing pastoral issues within the school community.
* Collaborating with families, staff, and outside professionals to ensure student wellbeing.
* Fostering positive behaviour and applying restorative approaches where appropriate.
* Keeping thorough records and tracking students’ pastoral development.
* Contributing to safeguarding practices and promoting regular school attendance.
To be a Pastoral Lead, you will require:
* Proven experience in pastoral care, mentoring, or supporting behaviour in educational settings.
* Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate effectively with students, staff, and families.
* Sound understanding of safeguarding protocols and child protection guidelines.
* Calm, compassionate, and proactive approach to addressing challenges and supporting student wellbeing.
* An enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to apply).
* A CV covering the last 10 years with any gaps clearly explained.
Why choose GSL Education:
* Competitive daily pay and flexible opportunities.
* Access to training and professional development.
* Supportive and knowledgeable recruitment consultants.
Please be advised that this role requires a strong knowledge and understanding of safeguarding and child protection, and successful applicants must satisfy all background safer recruitment checks, including providing an enhanced DBS certificate registered on the update service or completing an application for a new check.
As an ethical, independent recruitment agency, GSL Education are committed to providing quality teaching and support staff across the UK.
To apply for the Pastoral Lead role, click ‘apply now’ and submit your full and up-to-date CV. One of our dedicated consultants will be in touch shortly.