Job description
Looking for a Pastoral Manager in Wakefield!
Job Title: Pastoral Manager
Location: Wakefield
Salary: £120 per day
Contract Type: Full-time, long-term
Start Date: September 2026
Are you committed to supporting young people and helping them overcome barriers to learning? A welcoming secondary school in Wakefield is seeking a dedicated Pastoral Manager to join their team from September 2026.
About the School:
This inclusive and supportive school is committed to creating a positive learning environment where students feel safe, valued and motivated to succeed. Staff work collaboratively to promote high standards of behaviour, attendance and wellbeing, ensuring every student has the opportunity to thrive both academically and personally.
About the Role:
As a Pastoral Manager, you will play a key role in supporting students' wellbeing, behaviour and engagement across the school. Working closely with teaching staff, families and external agencies, you will help students overcome challenges and access the support they need to achieve their full potential. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who is passionate about making a meaningful difference in the lives of young people.
Responsibilities:
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Provide pastoral support to students across the school
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Promote positive behaviour and support effective behaviour management strategies
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Monitor attendance, punctuality and student wellbeing
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Build strong relationships with students, parents and carers
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Work alongside safeguarding, SEND and teaching teams to support individual student needs
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Maintain accurate records and contribute to intervention plans where required
Requirements:
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Previous experience working with children or young people in an educational or pastoral setting
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Strong communication and relationship-building skills
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A calm, resilient and professional approach
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Ability to manage challenging situations effectively
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Commitment to supporting student wellbeing and personal development
This is a rewarding opportunity to join a dedicated school community in Wakefield and have a positive impact on students' educational experiences.
To apply for this Pastoral Manager role, please submit your CV today.
To work with GSL Education as a Pastoral Manager, you should:
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Have the right to work in the UK
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Have an up-to-date CV with two relevant references from within the last 2 years
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Have a DBS registered to the update service or be willing to apply for one through GSL Education
For more information or to apply, please contact Sam Scott at sam.scott@gsleducation.com at GSL Education as soon as possible. To work with GSL Education as a Pastoral Manager, please apply via the application link.