Pastoral Manager

Key Purpose of the Role

• To lead and coordinate pastoral care provision across a year group or whole school.

• To promote positive behaviour, attendance, and engagement in learning.

• To act as a key point of contact for students, parents, and staff regarding welfare and behaviour concerns.

Main Responsibilities

• Student Welfare & Support

• Provide guidance, mentoring, and emotional support to students.

• Identify and address barriers to learning, including social, emotional, and behavioural issues.

• Work closely with safeguarding leads to ensure student safety.

• Behaviour & Attendance

• Monitor attendance and punctuality, implementing interventions where needed.

• Support behaviour management strategies and restorative approaches.

• Maintain accurate records of incidents, interventions, and progress.

• Parental & Community Engagement

• Liaise with parents/carers to discuss concerns and progress.

• Build positive relationships with external agencies (e.g., social services, youth support).

• Collaboration with Staff

• Work alongside teachers, SENCOs, and senior leaders to support student needs.

• Share good practice and contribute to staff training on pastoral matters.

Skills & Qualities

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.

• Empathy, patience, and resilience.

• Ability to handle sensitive information confidentially.

• Organisational skills and the ability to prioritise.

Typical Requirements

• Experience in a pastoral, welfare, or youth work role.

• Knowledge of safeguarding and child protection procedures.

• Understanding of behaviour management strategies.