Leader Group is delighted to be working in partnership with a respected Therapeutic Education Service provider to recruit an Experienced Pastoral Manager for an exciting specialist SEND school in King's Lynn.
Pastoral Lead – King’s Lynn
Salary: £26,000 – £35,000
Contract: Full Time (40 hours per week)
Make Every Day Extraordinary
We are seeking a committed and compassionate Pastoral Lead to join a supportive specialist education setting in King’s Lynn. This is a fantastic opportunity to guide a dedicated team and play a key role in supporting children to thrive emotionally, socially, and academically.
As Pastoral Lead, you will champion student wellbeing, build strong and trusting relationships, promote independence, and help create a safe, nurturing environment where every child can achieve their full potential.
About the Provision
This is a small and growing specialist school set within a unique and welcoming environment. The provision offers a bespoke, therapeutic, and trauma-informed approach to education for pupils for whom mainstream education is not suitable.
The school is expanding, with new purpose-built facilities and an increasing pupil intake. This is an exciting time to join a passionate staff team focused on enhancing the educational experience for more young people and shaping the future of the provision.
Key Responsibilities
Support school leaders by celebrating students, staff, and achievements to build pride and a shared vision
Model school values and apply fair, consistent boundaries
Work closely with the Safeguarding Lead to ensure student safety and wellbeing
Be welcoming and approachable to parents, carers, and visitors
Track and support the progress of vulnerable students
Promote positive behaviour across the school
Support students with Behaviour Support Plans, Pastoral Plans, and EHCPs
Collaborate with senior leaders, SENDCo, and colleagues to meet individual student needs
Requirements
Passionate commitment to supporting students with SEND
Minimum of 2 years’ experience working in a SEND or similar setting
Experience in a pastoral or similar educational role
Strong interpersonal skills and a child-centred approach
Benefits
Enhanced pension scheme
Staff referral bonus scheme
Enhanced maternity and paternity pay
Blue Light discount card
Fully funded training and professional qualifications
Enhanced pay scales based on experience and qualifications
Employee wellbeing app and a wide range of discounts
Life assurance
INDTAP