SEMH Pastoral Manager Permanent

Are you a visionary leader with a passion for student wellbeing?

Are you skilled in managing behavioural and SEMH needs in an educational setting?

Can you lead by example, motivate your team, and connect with pupils?

If your answer is "yes" to most or all of the above, we would love to hear from you.

We are seeking an experienced and passionate SEMH Pastoral Manager to lead the development, monitoring, and enhancement of our Alternative Learning Provision. This is a full-time, permanent position starting in September 2025. You will work alongside dedicated staff to ensure students with behavioural and SEMH needs receive tailored support, develop resilience, and achieve personal and academic success.

This is a high-performing and community-focused secondary school where inclusion and opportunity for all sit at the heart of its mission. The school aims to raise aspirations and provide a nurturing environment that celebrates achievement in all forms. Staff are empowered to innovate, lead, and grow professionally, making it the ideal place for someone seeking a meaningful, long-term career in pastoral and alternative provision leadership.

Essential Requirements

• A Degree + PGCE (or equivalent teaching qualification).
• SENCO qualification (or willingness to obtain it).
• An Enhanced DBS on the update service (or willingness to apply for one).
• Eligibility to work in the UK.

Skills

• Strategic leadership
• Behaviour management
• Team management
• Curriculum adaptation
• Emotional intelligence
• Communication and presentation

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the strategic development of the Alternative Learning Provision.
• Monitor student progress and outcomes in the provision and implementation of interventions.
• Create and maintain a culture of high expectations and student engagement.
• Support students to reintegrate into mainstream education where appropriate.
• Develop, lead and evaluate re-engagement and behavioural intervention programmes.
• Maintain accurate records of student interventions and outcomes.
• Analyse performance data and identify trends for continuous improvement.
• Promote safeguarding and child protection in line with the school's policy.
• Participate in admissions, assessments, and transition activities.
• Lead team meetings and performance reviews of staff.

What We Offer:

• A pivotal leadership role in a thriving, supportive school.
• Opportunities for career progression and ongoing professional development.
• The opportunity to impact education and outcomes for future leaders.
• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• A Refer a Friend scheme where you could earn a £300 Love2shop voucher (subject to terms and conditions).
  
  

Click "Apply Now" to submit your application for the role of a SEMH Pastoral Manager. For more information, please contact or call to speak with the Secondary team.