Job description
Job Title: Pastoral Lead
Location: Sheffield
Salary: £95 – £113 per day (depending on experience)
Start Date: Immediate
Contract Type: Day-to-day/Long-term, Part-time/Full-time
Do you have a passion for supporting students’ emotional, social, and behavioural wellbeing?
GSL Education are seeking a dedicated Pastoral Lead to join a supportive school in Sheffield. This role is ideal for individuals with experience in pastoral care, youth work, or behaviour support who are committed to helping young people thrive in and beyond the classroom.
As a Pastoral Lead, you will provide targeted support to students with a range of needs, helping them feel safe, valued, and ready to learn.
Responsibilities as a Pastoral Lead:
- Deliver one-to-one and small group support for students with emotional or behavioural challenges.
- Promote positive behaviour and wellbeing across the school.
- Monitor student attendance, engagement, and emotional health.
- Work closely with the SENCO, DSL, and other support teams to create personalised support plans.
- Act as a trusted point of contact for pupils, families, and external agencies.
- Support the implementation of school-wide behaviour and safeguarding policies.
Requirements for the Pastoral Lead role:
- Experience in a pastoral, behavioural, or youth support role.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
- A calm, resilient, and empathetic approach to working with young people.
- Understanding of safeguarding, emotional wellbeing, and trauma-informed approaches.
- An enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or be willing to apply for one).
- A full, up-to-date CV with explanations for any employment gaps in the last 10 years.
Why work with GSL Education?
- Competitive daily rates tailored to your experience.
- Ongoing support from friendly and experienced education consultants.
- Opportunities for CPD and career development.
- Placement in schools that value mental health and inclusive education.
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.
To apply for this Pastoral Lead position in Sheffield, please click “apply now” and submit your CV. One of our consultants will be in touch soon.