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Student Pastoral Support Lead
School: Church Hill Middle School
Contract Type: Permanent
Hours: 37 hours per week, TTO plus 5 TED days (8.15am to 4.15pm with 30 minute unpaid break)
Start date: Required to start as soon as possible
Salary: Scale 5, SCP 12-17 (Actual salary £22,725.62 to £24,746.07)
Closing date: 9.00am on Friday 26th June 2026
Church Hill Middle School (Y5-8), part of Central Region Schools Trust, judged to be ‘good’ at our last Ofsted inspection, are looking to appoint a member of staff to join our Student Support team, who will be responsible for managing all aspects of pastoral care, being fully supportive of the inclusive ethos of the school. This post offers an opportunity for you to make a difference to our pupils, enabling them to be the best version of themselves. You will work closely with other staff members and pupils’ families to promote positive engagement in school life, motivating and promoting positive choices that will impact their futures.
Central Region Schools Trust is part of a family of academies. Our inclusive schools are committed to social justice by providing the best possible opportunities for our young people to experience the highest quality of education. Our school works in close partnership with the others schools in the MAT and local pyramid. CRST offer a wealth of the highest quality CPD and leadership programmes and invest heavily in the development of our staff from ECTs to senior leaders.
We can offer:
•the opportunity to be part of a forward-thinking school, working collaboratively on innovative practice and evidence-informed approaches
•a dedicated, supportive and highly committed team of staff and leaders who prioritise teamwork, wellbeing and professional growth
•clear, well-established systems and processes that support consistency, reduce workload and enable staff to be effective in their roles
•strong pastoral and behaviour support structures, including shared responsibility for routines such as call-out and refocus
•high-quality training, induction and ongoing professional development to ensure you feel confident and well-supported
•a rewarding role where you can make a genuine, lasting difference to the lives of children and their families
We are looking for individuals with:
•a strong desire to join a progressive, supportive and hard-working team, driven by an unwavering commitment to putting children first
•resilience, determination and the ability to remain calm, organised and solution-focused within a busy and sometimes demanding school environment
•strong administrative skills, with the ability to manage accurate records, use school systems confidently and follow processes with consistency and attention to detail
•confident and professional communication skills, particularly when working with parents and external agencies, including in challenging or sensitive situations
•experience of, or willingness to engage in, key pastoral systems such as call-out, refocus and behaviour support routines, with a firm but fair approach
•excellent professional practice, with high expectations and a passion for nurturing a positive, inclusive and purposeful learning culture
•the personal qualities to contribute to a committed, reflective and solution-focused team of professionals
•a genuine commitment to making a sustained and positive difference to the lives of children, families and the wider community
•a proactive approach to professional growth, with enthusiasm for engaging in training, development and continuous improvement
Safeguarding Statement
Central Region Schools Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and as such expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and completion of an Enhanced DBS will be required.