Pastoral Manager
Birmingham
Full time
£31,800–£34,200 per annum
Vacancy ID
07ea713e-76b2-4e87-acb4-9fa6364aab71
Job Description
A forward-thinking Secondary school in Birmingham is seeking a Pastoral Manager to lead on pupil wellbeing, behaviour support, and day-to-day pastoral operations. You’ll support young people whose attendance, confidence, or emotional regulation affects their engagement with learning, ensuring they have structured, compassionate support in place.
You’ll oversee key pastoral processes, coordinate response systems, and work closely with Heads of Year, safeguarding leads, and teaching staff to maintain a consistent, relationship-led approach. This includes delivering targeted mentoring programmes, supporting behaviour plans, and guiding reintegration pathways following incidents or prolonged absence.
The role requires someone organised, emotionally intelligent, and confident managing sensitive situations with clarity and professionalism. You’ll be a central point of stability for pupils, helping them navigate challenges and return to learning with renewed confidence.
Lead daily pastoral operations across year groups.
Support pupils with behaviour, attendance, and wellbeing.
Coordinate interventions, mentoring, and reintegration plans.
Work closely with safeguarding, SEND, and teaching teams.
Desired Experience + Qualifications
Experience in pastoral, behavioural, or wellbeing leadership.
Confident communication with pupils, families, and staff.
Calm, solution-focused approach to challenging situations.
Strong safeguarding awareness and accuracy with record-keeping.
About the School
Located in Birmingham (B20), this Secondary school holds a strong Ofsted Good rating and is known for its relational, wellbeing-led pastoral systems. Staff work collaboratively to ensure pupils feel emotionally safe, respected, and supported in re-engaging with their learning.
The school prioritises consistency, empathy, and early intervention. Pupils benefit from structured routines, clear expectations, and access to a dedicated pastoral hub where they can receive guidance, mentoring, and emotional support.
Leadership is steady, approachable, and committed to investing in pastoral development. Staff receive training in safeguarding, trauma-informed practice, attendance strategy, behaviour support, and restorative approaches. The environment is warm, purposeful, and ideal for someone who values helping young people overcome barriers to education.