Overview
£41,010 - £55,347 + excellent benefits. Those Huge Small Victories. For children with complex, challenging needs, the level of care and education must go above and beyond. Witherslack Group is known for high staff-to-child ratios, in-house clinical teams, and market-leading OFSTED ratings.
Get out what you put in
As a Pastoral Manager you’ll lead your team to meet the emotional needs of our young people. Our pupils may have complex emotional and behavioural needs including Autistic Spectrum Disorder and SEMH, requiring strong support. You’ll apply high standards of care, work with families, and develop programs for each individual pupil to create a positive learning environment where every young person can thrive.
With experience working with young people with BESD or ASD in a school or care setting, you will understand developmental needs and what pastoral care entails. A good listener who can motivate your team, you’ll inspire young people to achieve. Flexibility, strong organizational skills and effective team management are essential.
One of the best environments in SEND
Luxborough Court School is a brand-new, purpose-built school registered for 150 pupils aged 5–19 with Autistic Spectrum Disorder. The site features include a large sports hall, a bespoke 6th form suite, therapeutic spaces, extensive outdoor areas, and separate playgrounds with a multi-use games area.
There are good public transport connections with Chigwell Station nearby and easy road access to the M11.
What we do for you
We reward you with a competitive salary and benefits package in the education sector. You’ll bring learning to life and make a genuine difference to the lives of our young people, including:
* Training: Full induction and on-the-job training
* Holiday: Full school holidays
* Progression: Many leaders have been promoted from within
* Flexible benefits: Options to adjust benefits such as life insurance
* Wellbeing: Wellbeing tools and employee assistance
* Medical cover: Reimbursement for eye tests, dentist appointments, and discounts
* Working environment: High-quality facilities
* Refer-a-friend: £1,000 bonus for referrals
* Contributory pension: Matched up to 5%
Bring your whole-self to work
Our workforce reflects diverse backgrounds and needs, enabling teams to engage, encourage and inspire pupils. Requirements include:
* Minimum of 3 years’ experience with ASC, ADHD or SEMH pupils and experience working with families in challenging circumstances
* Experience of multi-agency work with safeguarding and child protection knowledge
* NVQ 3 in Care or Level 2 Teaching Assistant Qualification
* Leadership-related qualification (ideally)
* Positive Behaviour Support (PBS)
* Experience of staff appraisal, performance management and supervision
Interested in joining us?
Our young people deserve the best possible future, and we offer a purpose-led environment where you can be yourself.
Safeguarding and equal opportunities The Witherslack Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of its young people. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check (cost covered) and an online search. We are an equal opportunities employer welcoming applications from all sections of the community.
For a full job description and person specification, please see the attached document or click here. To view our ex-offenders policy and Child Protection Policy, please visit the appropriate links on our site.
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