Pastoral Lead - Alternative Provision (SEND) Salary: £15.37 - £16.78 per hour | £27,463 - £29,982 per annum (Dependent on experience) Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent, Term-Time Only Hours: 40 hours per week Location: Mansfield, Nottinghamshire Closing Date: Friday 19th June About the Provision: We believe every young person deserves a chance to thrive. We provide a safe, inclusive, and therapeutic learning environment for students with complex needs, SEND profiles, and barriers to education. We are looking for a dedicated and compassionate Pastoral Lead to become the heartbeat of our Mansfield hub. The Role: As a Pastoral Lead, you won't just manage behaviour - you will transform lives. Reporting to the School/Hub Lead, you will create a nurturing environment where students feel safe, heard, and empowered. Key Responsibilities: * Student Wellbeing: Deliver daily 1:1 pastoral support, tutorial sessions, and targeted interventions. * De-escalation & Mediation: Provide conflict resolution, restorative conversations, and student de-briefs. * Safeguarding & Attendance: Support robust safeguarding processes and actively promote student attendance. * Student Voice: Facilitate the student council, questionnaires, and forums to ensure our young people have a voice in their education. * Collaboration: Work alongside multi-disciplinary teams, parents, carers, and external agencies, attending key multi-agency meetings. * Data & Insights: Record and analyse pastoral data to help tailor individualised student support programmes. What We Are Looking For: A minimum of a Level 3 qualification in a relevant field (Education, Youth Work, Social Care). * Level 2 (or equivalent) in English and Maths. * Extensive experience in a pastoral, wellbeing, or youth-focused role. * Proven experience supporting young people with SEND, ASC, or mental health complexities. * A calm, reflective mindset with strong behavior de-escalation skills. * A full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle. How to Apply: Ready to make a difference? Contact our recruiting partner Paul Hirchfield for an informal chat or to submit your CV. Email: paul.hirchfield@randstad.co.uk Phone: 01293 527416 #J-18808-Ljbffr