Job description
Job Title: Pastoral Lead
Location: Sheffield (S5 & S9)
Pay Rate: Up to £130 per day (depending on experience)
Start Date: Immediate Start / January 2026
Contract Type: Day-to-day / Long-term | Full-time / Part-time
Are you a compassionate, driven, and experienced Pastoral Lead looking to make a meaningful impact on pupils’ wellbeing and development in the S5 and S9 areas of Sheffield?
GSL Education are seeking a dedicated Pastoral Lead to work in supportive school settings across Sheffield (S5 & S9). This is a vital role focused on promoting positive behaviour, attendance, safeguarding, and emotional wellbeing across the school community.
As a Pastoral Lead, you will:
- Lead on pastoral intervention and pupil wellbeing strategies.
- Support pupils with behavioural, social, and emotional needs.
- Work closely with SLT, safeguarding, SEN, and behaviour teams.
- Promote positive behaviour, attendance, and engagement in learning.
- Liaise with parents, carers, and external agencies where required.
- Maintain accurate records and uphold safeguarding procedures at all times.
Requirements for the role:
- Previous experience in a pastoral, safeguarding, mentoring, or leadership support role.
- A calm, empathetic, and resilient approach.
- Strong communication, organisation, and leadership skills.
- A firm commitment to safeguarding and pupil welfare.
- An enhanced DBS registered on the Update Service (or willingness to apply).
- A full CV covering the last 10 years, with explanations for any gaps.
What GSL Education offers:
- Competitive daily rates of pay up to £130.
- Flexible working opportunities.
- Ongoing support from a dedicated education consultant.
- Opportunities for professional development and career progression.
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.
For more information or to register your interest in the ‘Pastoral Lead’ role in Sheffield, please click ‘Apply Now’ to submit your updated CV or get in touch directly with Sam Scott at sam.scott@gsleducation.comfor more information.