Overview
Are you a leader and manager who is committed to making a positive difference to the lives of young people? The role of Pastoral Manager is central to our work at Hartwell School, as a key member of the Senior Leadership Team alongside the Headteacher and two Deputy Heads. The role heads up the pastoral team with a Deputy Manager, three assistants, and liaises with the teaching and clinical teams. Using data and broader knowledge of the school, staff and pupils, you will evaluate priorities to provide Positive Behaviour Support for pupils. This in turn improves access to learning and personal development to create better outcomes and more positive futures.
Working for Hartwell School and the wider Witherslack Group offers opportunities to develop and learn, with support to be successful in your role. You will enable your team to meet our young people\'s emotional needs, discover effective ways to respond to complex needs, and work with families to develop programs for each individual pupil. By careful assessment and planning, you will create a positive learning environment where every pupil can thrive. Experience with young people with BESD or ASD in a school or care setting will help you understand developmental needs and what pastoral care entails. You should be a good listener who can motivate your team and inspire young people to achieve. Flexibility, strong organisational skills and the ability to manage a team will make you a valuable asset to the Witherslack Group.
Hartwell School is an independent specialist day school providing high-quality education, based in Stockton-on-Tees. The school serves a diverse group of pupils with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs, alongside a range of other associated conditions. The recent Ofsted rating of Good establishes the school as a leading specialist provision in the North East.
Responsibilities
* Lead the pastoral team (Deputy Manager, three assistants) and liaise with teaching and clinical staff to support pupils with SEMH/ASD.
* Use data and knowledge of the school to evaluate priorities and provide Positive Behaviour Support to pupils.
* Develop and implement programs for individual pupils in collaboration with families.
* Create and maintain a positive learning environment that supports personal development and learning access.
* Work with families and external agencies as part of multi‑agency safeguarding and child protection processes.
Qualifications
* Minimum of 3 years' experience with ASC, ADHD or SEMH pupils and experience working with families in challenging circumstances, with the expertise to support and resolve difficulties.
* Experience of multi‑agency work and an understanding of safeguarding and child protection legislation, policies and guidance.
* NVQ Level 3 in Care or Level 2 Teaching Assistant Qualification.
* Ideally – Leadership related qualification.
* Positive Behaviour Support (PBS) training/experience.
* Experience of staff appraisal, performance management and supervision.
Benefits
* Training: A full induction and on‑the‑job training.
* Holiday: Full school holidays.
* Progression: Many leaders within the Witherslack Group have progressed from internal roles.
* Flexible benefits: Options to adjust benefits such as life insurance.
* Wellbeing: A range of wellbeing tools and employee assistance.
* Medical cover: Reimbursement for eye care, dental appointments and access to discounts.
* Beautiful working environments with excellent facilities.
* Recommend a friend scheme: £1,000 bonus for successful referrals.
* Contributory pension scheme: Employer contributions matched up to 5%.
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