Assistant Pastoral and Inclusion Manager
Salary: £27,779 per annum FTE / Actual Annual Salary £23,291 + Benefits.
Location: Hedge End, Southampton, Hampshire.
Job type: Full-Time, Permanent.
Working hours: 37 hours per week, 8.00am – 4.00pm Monday to Thursday and 8.00am – 3.30pm Friday, term time only (38 weeks).
We are looking for a pastoral, behaviour support or student support professional to join a thriving secondary education setting. Candidates with experience in safeguarding, alternative provision, learning mentor support and inclusion leadership are ideal. If you have worked as an Assistant Inclusion Manager, Inclusion Lead, Behaviour Support Manager, Learning Mentor, Student Support Officer, Inclusion Manager, Pastoral Manager or Assistant Pastoral Manager, we would like to hear from you.
JOB OVERVIEW
As an Assistant Pastoral and Inclusion Manager you will work closely with senior leaders, teachers and external agencies to provide behaviour support, safeguarding, student well‑being and pastoral care for vulnerable learners who require additional support to achieve their potential. You will help deliver restorative practice strategies, personalised learning support and inclusive education programmes while supporting attendance, engagement, emotional well‑being and positive behaviour outcomes across the provision.
DUTIES
* Supporting Students: Deliver tailored student support and pastoral care within the alternative provision environment.
* Behaviour Management: Implement restorative practice and positive behaviour support strategies to improve engagement and well‑being.
* Deputising for Leadership: Support the Assistant Pastoral and Inclusion Manager responsibilities in the absence of the Inclusion Manager.
* Learning Support: Assist with personalised learning plans focused on academic, social and emotional development.
* Safeguarding Responsibilities: Promote safeguarding, attendance and student welfare across the provision.
* Supporting Staff: Coach colleagues on inclusive teaching strategies, behaviour support and restorative approaches.
* Student Well‑being: Build positive relationships with students, parents, carers and external support agencies.
* Monitoring Progress: Support review of student achievement, attendance, behaviour and well‑being outcomes.
* Alternative Provision Support: Help students who have struggled within mainstream education to re‑engage with learning.
* Communication Duties: Maintain effective communication with families and education professionals regarding student progress.
CANDIDATE REQUIREMENTS
ESSENTIAL
* Previous experience in pastoral support, behaviour support, student support or inclusion within secondary education.
* Strong behaviour management and conflict resolution skills.
* Experience supporting vulnerable students or students with additional needs.
* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
* Ability to build positive relationships with students, parents and colleagues.
* Understanding of safeguarding and child protection procedures.
* Experience implementing restorative practice or inclusion strategies.
* Strong organisational and teamwork skills.
DESIRABLE
* A background in alternative provision, SEND or inclusion support.
* Previous experience as an Inclusion Lead, Learning Mentor or Behaviour Support professional.
* Experience supporting students with emotional or behavioural challenges.
* Ability to analyse student progress and support educational outcomes.
* Experience collaborating with external agencies and multidisciplinary teams.
BENEFITS
* Friendly and sociable colleagues.
* One fully paid day per academic year to support personal events.
* Two‑week October half term.
* Free on‑site car parking.
* Discounted staff membership for the on‑site leisure centre.
* Enrolment into a public sector pension scheme.
* Tax‑efficient Cycle‑to‑Work scheme.
* Good transport links.
The organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. They will ensure that all recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment. All successful candidates will be subject to Disclosure and Barring Service checks along with other relevant employment checks.
#J-18808-Ljbffr