Behaviour and Pastoral Manager in Portsmouth

We are seeking a committed and proactive Behaviour and Pastoral Manager to join our team at The Portsmouth Academy, providing effective operational leadership of our behaviour and pastoral provision. This is an opportunity to make a meaningful difference to students’ lives by supporting high standards of behaviour, engagement, wellbeing and readiness to learn.

You will lead, manage and develop our Behaviour and Pastoral Officers and Pastoral Support Assistants, coordinating their day-to-day work and ensuring a consistent, student-centred approach across the school. Through visible leadership and practical support for colleagues, you will help embed our Behaviour and Culture Policy and the expectations of the TPA Way, contributing to a calm, safe and respectful environment where students can thrive.

Working closely with senior leaders, teaching staff, SEND and safeguarding colleagues, you will identify barriers to learning and coordinate targeted support, particularly for disadvantaged students, those with SEND and vulnerable learners. You will oversee behaviour systems, sanctions and restorative approaches, supporting students to return successfully to learning.

What you will need to succeed:

• Educated to level 3 or equivalent professional qualification in education, pastoral support, behaviour, youth work, safeguarding or a relevant field.
• Experience of leading, supporting and developing a team, with the ability to set clear expectations and maintain high standards.
• Experience of supporting children and young people with behavioural, emotional, social and educational needs.
• The ability to apply behaviour policies consistently and coordinate effective pastoral support and interventions.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills, including the ability to work sensitively with families and other professionals.
• Knowledge and understanding of safeguarding and child protection procedures, including the appropriate handling of confidential information.
• The ability to interpret behaviour and pastoral data, maintain accurate records and use findings to improve outcomes for students.

The Portsmouth Academy is focused on providing an inclusive education for all children and ensuring that every child has access to the same opportunities. The Portsmouth Academy’s vision and ethos is rooted in developing aspirational and self-reflective learners who are able to think for themselves and be valuable members of their community.

We offer a broad and balanced curriculum in both KS3 and 4, placing significant importance on cultural capital alongside academic achievement.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check.