Post: Pastoral Manager
Location: GAIL, Wheatridge East, Abbeydale, Gloucester, GL4 5DF
FTE Salary Range: NJC Grade I Pt 18 - 20; £34,434 - £36,363
Actual Salary Range: £30,642 - £32,359 (Pro Rata)
Contract Type: Permanent, full time, term time only (39 weeks per year)
Contract Hours: 37 hours per week, Monday to Friday
Do you have a passion for supporting young people to thrive socially, emotionally and academically? Are you committed to inclusive practice and making a real difference to pupils’ lives? If so, we would love to hear from you.
About the role
The GAIL is seeking a dedicated and experienced Pastoral Manager to lead and develop our pastoral provision. Working closely with the Leadership Team, you will play a key role in promoting positive behaviour, improving attendance, and supporting pupils—particularly those with additional needs—to engage successfully in school life.
You will lead pastoral interventions, develop individual behaviour support plans, and work collaboratively with staff, families and external professionals to ensure the best outcomes for our pupils. The role also forms part of the school’s safeguarding team and has responsibility for leading positive handling practice within the academy.
Key Responsibilities
* Lead the implementation and development of high-quality pastoral care across the academy
* Monitor behaviour and attendance, working closely with teaching staff and leaders
* Design and deliver targeted pastoral and emotional literacy interventions
* Develop and evaluate individual behaviour support plans
* Support pupils with higher levels of need to access learning and school life successfully
* Analyse data to track the impact of interventions and inform next steps
* Provide advice, guidance and training to staff on pastoral strategies
* Work in partnership with parents, carers and external agencies
* Contribute actively to safeguarding practice and promote pupil welfare at all times
About the successful candidate
* Has experience working with autistic pupils and a strong understanding of additional needs
* Is committed to inclusion, safeguarding and improving outcomes for all learners
* Has excellent communication and relationship‑building skills
* Can use data effectively to evaluate and improve pastoral provision
* Demonstrates leadership, initiative and the ability to work calmly under pressure
* Shares our values and belief in the potential of every young person
Essential
* GCSEs (or equivalent) including English and Maths at Level 2 or above
* Experience supporting pupils’ wellbeing and behaviour in an education or similar setting
Desirable
* Degree‑level qualification or equivalent experience
* Safeguarding training (Level 3 or above)
* Experience delivering training or leading whole‑school initiatives
* De‑escalation or physical intervention training
Benefits
We offer a competitive salary plus LGPS pension, great career progression and development opportunities, access to our Employee Assistance Programme and many other benefits. We pride ourselves on how we support our staff to achieve high job satisfaction, to understand the difference they make for children and families, and to see their contribution to our community. Regular opportunities for professional development and training are available, and staff can network within the Reach South Multi Academy Trust and with local schools and external professionals.
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Each post is subject to an enhanced DBS check.
Equal Opportunities
Reach South Academy Trust has an Equal Opportunities Policy for selection and recruitment. Applicants are requested to complete the Equal Opportunities Monitoring section of the application form before submitting.
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