Job description

Location: OL9, Oldham

Contract Type: Full-Time

Salary: £95 – £155 per day (depending on experience)

Role Overview:

A forward-thinking secondary school in the OL9 area is looking for an experienced and proactive Pastoral Lead to join their student support team. In this pivotal full-time role, you will lead on pastoral care, driving positive student engagement, attendance, and wellbeing across the school.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Oversee pastoral support for a designated year group or cohort, acting as the key point of contact for student welfare.

  • Manage behaviour management plans, attendance interventions, and safeguarding escalations.

  • Liaise with parents, carers, and external agencies to establish strong support networks.

  • Work collaboratively with teaching staff to foster an inclusive and nurturing school environment.

Requirements:

  • Substantial prior experience in a pastoral or student support role within a secondary school setting.

  • Deep understanding of safeguarding procedures (DSL training is highly desirable).

  • Strong conflict resolution, mediation, and active listening skills.

  • Ability to build trust and rapport quickly with teenagers and their families.