We have a very exciting vacancy for a Pastoral Support Leader to join our senior leadership team. This is a key role in the leadership of Courthouse Green and we are looking for someone with knowledge, passion, drive and an ability to relentlessly support children and their families in order to protect them and keep them safe. This role is particularly relevant to someone who is keen to make a difference whilst ensuring that all pupils receive the best possible education in a secure and safe environment. Someone who puts relationships with pupils, parents and other staff members at the heart of all that they do.

As a DSL you will take lead responsibility for all safeguarding and child protection, including online safety, across the school. Working with the Senior Leadership Team and the Wider Safeguarding Team you will be responsible for the management of the school’s Child Protection Online Management System (CPOMS). You will take part in strategy discussions and inter-agency meetings and contribute to the assessment of children and young people. You will ensure that the academy’s work in safeguarding children and young people is of the highest quality by making sure all policies, protocols and staff training are relevant and up-to-date.

Courthouse Green Primary School is a 3-11 school in the North east of Coventry and part of Triumph Learning Trust whose core purpose is to put learners first. We have 2 Enhanced Resourced Provisions on site to support pupils with additional needs. We believe that if we are to provide our pupils with the very best learning opportunities we can only do that through partnership and collaboration. We provide an exceptional education for our pupils through a rich curriculum packed full of exciting learning experiences. We are absolutely committed to giving our pupils the best education possible!

We will fully support the successful candidate in their professional development and progression of their career.

You will:

· have the vision and drive to continue to further develop safeguarding provision and practice in support and care for our children and their families.

· ensure rigour in all actions and in 1:1 work with children in order to ensure the very best personal development for them.

· Be passionate that every child achieves their full potential, regardless of their barriers.

· be a highly effective leader who thrives on improving their own practice and developing that of others.

· be aspirant to develop your leadership skills, understanding the strategic part of safeguarding.

· be an approachable, warm, inspirational and creative team player who leads by example, shares great practice to further develop staff.

· be enthusiastic and willing to work collaboratively with other leaders, schools and agencies and sees the huge benefits of joint working.

· be committed to the care, protection and safeguarding of children and young people.

· have an ability to self reflect and to use research to create innovative practice.

We can offer you: -

· A forward thinking and innovative Trust and school with an exciting future ahead of us

· Fantastic professional development and training opportunities

· A vibrant learning environment

· Excellent staff body who are committed to giving pupils the best educational experiences possible

· Enthusiastic and well-behaved children and supportive parents

Additional Information & How to Apply

To arrange an informal discussion with the Headteacher and a tour of the school please email ckelly@triumphlearning.org and we will be delighted to arrange this. We would actively encourage a tour or a conversation as we believe our school is unique and this is an important position in the school. To apply for this post we ask that you complete the application form including a personal statement of how you meet the requirements for this role.

Application deadline: Thursday 12th March,12pm

Courthouse Green Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is subject to pre-employment safeguarding checks, including an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, a check of the relevant barred list under the Safeguarding Vulnerable Groups Act 2006, and a Disqualification Declaration where applicable.

The role is covered by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended by subsequent orders, including 2013, 2020 and 2023). This means you are required to disclose spent convictions and cautions, except for those that are defined as “protected” under the Police Act 1997 (Part V) and the associated DBS filtering rules introduced in 2013, revised in 2020, and updated in 2023. Protected convictions and cautions do not need to be disclosed and will not be taken into account in the recruitment process.

Courthouse Green Primary School will be undertaking online checks of shortlisted candidates as part of KCSiE 2023 guidance.

This job description is current at the date shown but in consultation with the post holder may be changed by the Headteacher to reflect or anticipate changes in the job commensurate with the grade and job title. We reserve the right to withdraw this vacancy at any time

Triumph Learning Trust is committed to safeguarding children; successful candidates will be subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check. TLT is always happy to receive speculative applications from excellent teachers and support staff.

The school will endeavour to make any necessary reasonable adjustments to the job and the working environment to enable access to employment opportunities for disabled job applicants or continued employment for any employee who develops a disabling condition.