At a Glance
- Tasks: Support children's wellbeing and manage safeguarding concerns in a nurturing environment.
- Company: Melton Primary School, known for its supportive team and positive community impact.
- Benefits: Ongoing training, career development, and a strong leadership team.
- Other info: Join a dedicated team focused on mental health and active learning.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in children's lives while working in a compassionate and innovative setting.
- Qualifications: Strong communication skills and the ability to work well in a team.
The predicted salary is between 20250 - 24750 £ per year.
Hours: Part time, 30 hours per week, 38 weeks per year, term time only
Contract: Permanent, required as soon as possible
Reference: 5350
Melton Primary School are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Pastoral Lead to join our supportive team. In this role you will be responsible for the welfare, wellbeing and pastoral needs of our children (including in-class support), and for managing safeguarding concerns ensuring a safe and supportive environment for all.
The role supports children with any worries or anxieties they may be experiencing, together with providing confidential support for parents on issues affecting their child. You will monitor attendance, undertake tracking and analysis of behaviour and attendance in consultation with the senior leadership team. You will support our safeguarding efforts, provide guidance and support to children and families facing personal challenges, and collaborate with staff and external agencies to deliver the highest standards of care.
You will:
- have strong communication skills
- be able to use your own initiative as well as to work as part of a team
- have strong inter-personal skills including the ability to use judgement and common sense
- value the relationship you build with children
- have a calm and patient approach
- value our children in their richness and diversity
We can offer:
- “pupils' (who’s) behaviour in lessons is positive, and they are focused and engaged.” (Ofsted, 2026)
- “staff (who) use their behaviour expertise well to support pupils to understand expectations and regulate their behaviour when things go wrong. This supports pupils to feel safe and be safe.” (Ofsted, 2026)
- ongoing training and a supportive attitude towards career development
- an embedded curriculum, focusing on behaviour, knowledge, skills, active learning and mental health
- a positive reputation within the local community
- a dedicated SENDCO and Inclusion team (including ELSA)
- a committed, appreciative and skilled governing body
- a strong school leadership team and highly trained, reflective staff who embrace innovation and share best practice
- rigorous processes to promote safety and wellbeing of all children and staff
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At Sendsory, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer dedicated to fostering a supportive and inclusive work environment for our team of Cognition and Learning Practitioners. Located in Ipswich, Suffolk, we offer competitive salaries, six training days per year, and the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the lives of children with SEND. Our commitment to professional development and a child-focused culture ensures that every employee can grow and thrive while contributing to a nurturing educational setting.
