About The Role
Role Purpose
The Pastoral Manager plays a pivotal role in supporting the personal, social, and emotional development of pupils at Compass Community School Hampshire. The postholder will lead on behaviour, attendance, and parent/carer engagement, ensuring a nurturing, structured environment where every pupil can thrive. As Deputy Designated Safeguarding Lead (DDSL), the Pastoral Manager will also play a vital role in safeguarding and child protection. In addition, they will act as a National PRICE Trainer for Compass Education, embedding consistent, safe practice across the organisation.
Key Responsibilities
Pastoral Leadership
* Lead on behaviour management across the school, ensuring consistent systems, restorative approaches, and proactive strategies.
* Monitor and improve attendance, working with staff, parents/carers, and external agencies to secure strong outcomes.
* Act as the main contact for parent/carer liaison, building positive relationships to support pupil progress and wellbeing.
* Provide guidance and support to staff in managing challenging behaviour and supporting pupils' social/emotional growth.
* Be a key nominated trained first aider.
Safeguarding & Child Protection
* Act as Deputy Designated Safeguarding Lead (DDSL), supporting the DSL with statutory safeguarding duties.
* Respond to safeguarding concerns, record and report appropriately, and liaise with external agencies as required.
* Contribute to embedding a strong safeguarding culture across the school.
Training & Development
* Serve as a National PRICE Trainer for Compass Education, delivering training in positive behaviour management and safe handling approaches.
* Support the professional development of staff through training, coaching, and feedback.
Wider School Contribution
* Contribute to Senior Leadership Team discussions, policy development, and school improvement planning.
* Promote Compass Community values and ethos, ensuring high expectations for all pupils.
* Lead initiatives that promote wellbeing, resilience, and inclusion.
Person Specification
Essential
* Experience of working in an SEMH or specialist school environment.
* Strong knowledge of behaviour management, attendance strategies, and pastoral care.
* Safeguarding and child protection experience, with up-to-date training.
* First aid trained.
* Excellent communication skills and ability to build strong relationships.
* National PRICE Trainer status (or willingness to undertake training).
* Resilient, reflective, and committed to improving outcomes for young people.
Desirable
* Leadership or management experience in education.
* Knowledge of statutory frameworks for attendance, safeguarding, and SEND.
* Experience contributing to school improvement.
Salary & Conditions
* Salary: £40,811
* Contract: Full-time, permanent
* Location: Compass Community School Hampshire (Based at Woking site but travelling to Second school site in Alton)