Pastoral Manager Location: Wakefield (WF4) Pay: £460 – £600 per week (based on experience) Start Date: Immediate Contract Type: Day-to-Day / Long-Term, Part-Time / Full-Time Are You Ready to Make a Real Difference to Students’ Wellbeing and School Experience? Schools in Wakefield (WF4) with GSL Education are seeking a dedicated Pastoral Manager to provide guidance, support, and leadership for students, helping them thrive emotionally, socially, and academically. If you’re passionate about student welfare and enjoy creating a positive school culture, this Pastoral Manager role could be for you. Your Responsibilities as Pastoral Manager: Lead pastoral support across the school to ensure students feel safe, supported, and valued Monitor student wellbeing and progress, identifying and addressing concerns proactively Work closely with teachers, families, and external agencies to provide consistent support Manage behaviour systems, mentoring, and interventions to promote positive choices Organise programmes and workshops to enhance student resilience, confidence, and social skills Maintain accurate records and contribute to reporting on pastoral initiatives What we are searching for in a Pastoral Manager: Experience in a pastoral, mentoring, or student support role is desirable Strong communication and interpersonal skills Calm, confident, and empathetic approach Ability to manage challenging situations professionally Organised, reliable, and student-focused Commitment to safeguarding and promoting student wellbeing An enhanced DBS on the update service or willingness to apply for one through GSL Education What You’ll Gain: Weekly pay between £460 – £600, depending on experience Flexible working opportunities Immediate start in a supportive school environment Chance to shape the pastoral culture and make a lasting impact Work with motivated staff and students in a collaborative setting If you’re ready to take a leadership role as a Pastoral Manager in student welfare and support, apply today and help students in Wakefield feel safe, valued, and confident every day. Please be advised that this role requires a strong knowledge and understanding of safeguarding and child protection and that 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, inclusive and independent recruitment agency, GSL Education are committed to providing quality teaching and support staff in schools across the UK. To apply,click ‘apply now’ and upload your most recent CV or get in touch directly with Sam Scott at for more information.