Pastoral Leader

Pastoral Leader Salary: £27,274 pro rata, per annum

Contract Type: Fixed Term

Hours/Working Pattern: Part Time

• Salary: £27,274 pro rata, per annum

Grade: E

Contract: Fixed Term to January 2028, with a strong view to extending

Hours: 27.5 hours per week (7:30am - 1pm, Monday to Friday)

Location: Federation of Kirkby Malzeard C of E and St Nicholas C of E Schools - Kirkby Malzeard Site

Start Date: As soon as possible

About the job

At the Federation of Kirkby Malzeard C of E and St Nicholas C of E Schools, we pride ourselves on creating a safe, nurturing, and inclusive environment where every child can thrive. We place our pupils at the heart of everything we do, recognising that their social, emotional, and mental wellbeing is vital to their academic success. We are looking to appoint an enthusiastic, caring, and proactive Pastoral Lead to join our dedicated staff team.

The Role

As our Pastoral Lead, you will play a central role in removing barriers to learning and supporting our most vulnerable children. You will lead day-to-day pastoral work across the school, providing early interventions to address pupils' Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) needs. You will work closely with families, teachers, and external agencies to ensure our children feel supported, valued, and safe.

Key Responsibilities

• Direct Pupil Support: Deliver bespoke 1:1 and small group therapeutic interventions to support children's emotional, social, and behavioural development. 
• Safeguarding Support: Actively support safeguarding and child protection processes
• Attendance Tracking: Monitor and analyse pupil attendance and punctuality data, implementing early intervention strategies for families facing hurdles.
• Family Liaison: Act as a vital bridge between home and school, engaging closely with parents and carers to build trusting, collaborative relationships.
• Multi-Agency Collaboration: Represent the school and liaise with external agencies (such as social care, local authorities, and health professionals) at family support and safeguarding meetings.
• Unstructured Time Leadership: Maintain a visible, trusted presence across the school, particularly supporting vulnerable pupils during break and lunchtimes.
• Data & Records: Maintain detailed, sensitive, and accurate digital records of pastoral interventions and safeguarding concerns.
• Breakfast club daily: meet and greet, provide breakfast and nurture at our breakfast club 7.30am - 8.30am

Who We Are Looking For

The successful candidate will bring:

• Experience: Proven experience working with children and families within an educational, social care or pastoral environment.
• Skills: Confident and sensitive communication skills, with the ability to manage conflict, offer mediation and de-brief students effectively.
• Attributes: Exceptional emotional intelligence, resilience, patience and a good sense of humour.
• Qualifications: Strong literacy and numeracy skills (GCSE English and Maths or equivalent) alongside relevant pastoral, mental health and safeguarding training and experience.
• Collaborative Spirit: The ability to work independently using your own initiative while remaining a reliable and effective team player.

What We Can Offer You

• A welcoming, friendly, and deeply supportive school community.
• Delightful children who are eager to engage and deserve the very best care.
• High-quality professional development and training opportunities.
• A rewarding role where every day brings the chance to make a tangible difference.

How to apply:

Please send completed applications to the following email address: admin@kirkbymalzeard.n-yorks.sch.uk

Key Documents

Application Form.doc

Key Dates

Closing Date: 14th October 2026

Interview Date: TBC

North Yorkshire Council (NYC) advertise vacancies on behalf of schools and external organisations (third parties) in North Yorkshire. NYC are not responsible for the recruitment/employment practices of third parties and accept no liability in relation to the vacancy and any subsequent recruitment/employment processes. Enquiries regarding the vacancy or practices should be made directly with the third party., Job Type : Education Job Category : Non Teaching and Support Roles Salary Band : £20,000 - £30,000 Working Pattern : Part Time Contract Type : Fixed Term Town : Ripon , " />

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Pastoral Leader

Salary: £27,274 pro rata, per annum

Grade: E

Contract: Fixed Term to January 2028, with a strong view to extending

Hours: 27.5 hours per week (7:30am - 1pm, Monday to Friday)

Location: Federation of Kirkby Malzeard C of E and St Nicholas C of E Schools - Kirkby Malzeard Site

Start Date: As soon as possible

About the job

At the Federation of Kirkby Malzeard C of E and St Nicholas C of E Schools, we pride ourselves on creating a safe, nurturing, and inclusive environment where every child can thrive. We place our pupils at the heart of everything we do, recognising that their social, emotional, and mental wellbeing is vital to their academic success. We are looking to appoint an enthusiastic, caring, and proactive Pastoral Lead to join our dedicated staff team.

The Role

As our Pastoral Lead, you will play a central role in removing barriers to learning and supporting our most vulnerable children. You will lead day-to-day pastoral work across the school, providing early interventions to address pupils' Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) needs. You will work closely with families, teachers, and external agencies to ensure our children feel supported, valued, and safe.

Key Responsibilities

• Direct Pupil Support: Deliver bespoke 1:1 and small group therapeutic interventions to support children's emotional, social, and behavioural development.
• Safeguarding Support: Actively support safeguarding and child protection processes
• Attendance Tracking: Monitor and analyse pupil attendance and punctuality data, implementing early intervention strategies for families facing hurdles.
• Family Liaison: Act as a vital bridge between home and school, engaging closely with parents and carers to build trusting, collaborative relationships.
• Multi-Agency Collaboration: Represent the school and liaise with external agencies (such as social care, local authorities, and health professionals) at family support and safeguarding meetings.
• Unstructured Time Leadership: Maintain a visible, trusted presence across the school, particularly supporting vulnerable pupils during break and lunchtimes.
• Data & Records: Maintain detailed, sensitive, and accurate digital records of pastoral interventions and safeguarding concerns.
• Breakfast club daily: meet and greet, provide breakfast and nurture at our breakfast club 7.30am - 8.30am

Who We Are Looking For

The successful candidate will bring:

• Experience: Proven experience working with children and families within an educational, social care or pastoral environment.
• Skills: Confident and sensitive communication skills, with the ability to manage conflict, offer mediation and de-brief students effectively.
• Attributes: Exceptional emotional intelligence, resilience, patience and a good sense of humour.
• Qualifications: Strong literacy and numeracy skills (GCSE English and Maths or equivalent) alongside relevant pastoral, mental health and safeguarding training and experience.
• Collaborative Spirit: The ability to work independently using your own initiative while remaining a reliable and effective team player.

What We Can Offer You

• A welcoming, friendly, and deeply supportive school community.
• Delightful children who are eager to engage and deserve the very best care.
• High-quality professional development and training opportunities.
• A rewarding role where every day brings the chance to make a tangible difference.

How to apply:

Please send completed applications to the following email address: admin@kirkbymalzeard.n-yorks.sch.uk

Key Documents

Application Form.doc

Key Dates

Closing Date: 14th October 2026

Interview Date: TBC

North Yorkshire Council (NYC) advertise vacancies on behalf of schools and external organisations (third parties) in North Yorkshire. NYC are not responsible for the recruitment/employment practices of third parties and accept no liability in relation to the vacancy and any subsequent recruitment/employment processes. Enquiries regarding the vacancy or practices should be made directly with the third party.

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Pastoral Leader

Salary: £27,274 - £27,274 pro rata, per annum

Posted: 01/10/2026

Closing date: 14/10/2026

Closing time: 23:59 (BST)

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