Pastoral Student Manager & DDSL (Non-Teaching) at Harefield School

JOIN OUR TEAM – Fixed-Term Maternity Cover / Full- time (Term Time plus Inset Days) Pastoral Student Manager 

We are seeking an experienced, highly effective and proactive Pastoral Student Manager to join our secondary school leadership team. This is a senior pastoral role requiring an accomplished professional with a proven track record of leading pastoral provision, managing complex student needs, and driving improvements in behaviour, attendance, safeguarding and student wellbeing.

As part of this maternity cover role, the successful candidate will also undertake the responsibilities of Whole School Deputy Designated Safeguarding Lead (DDSL), working alongside the Designated Safeguarding Lead to ensure the highest standards of safeguarding practice across the school.

The successful candidate will be an outstanding communicator and leader, capable of building strong relationships with students, families, staff and external agencies whilst maintaining high expectations and ensuring that every student is able to thrive academically, socially and emotionally.

We Are Looking For Someone Who:

• Has experience working with young people in a pastoral, mentoring or safeguarding capacity

• Demonstrates empathy, patience, and excellent communication skills

• Can manage challenging situations with professionalism and care

• Is highly organised and committed to improving outcomes for all students

   Why Join Us?

• A welcoming and supportive school community with a commitment to staff development.

• Opportunities for career progression within a forward-thinking leadership team.

• Access to high-quality CPD and leadership training with opportunities to further develop your career.

• Access to the latest technology to assist in developing your teaching and learning

• A Cycle to Work Salary Sacrifice Scheme

• Access to a comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme

• A department with dedicated and passionate staff, ready for the next stage of its journey.

• A network of outstanding practitioners to collaborate with and learn from, both in school and across the Partnership Learning Trust which includes Queensmead and Northwood Schools

Commitment to Safeguarding

Harefield School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, and expects all staff to share this commitment. In accordance with our Safer Recruitment Policy, we are unable to process applications without a fully completed application form. The successful applicant must obtain 

DBS clearance at enhanced level. The school will also carry out a prohibition from teaching check, as well as in-depth online checks. Non-disclosure may lead to termination of your employment.

How to Apply:

To apply, please submit a completed application form on Mynewterm.

Closing Date: Midday - Sunday 12 July