Join a Team That is Committed to ‘Building Brighter Futures’ at Paxman Academy

Are you a proactive problem-solver with a passion for student wellbeing?

At Paxman Academy, we're dedicated to creating an ordered, stimulating learning environment where every student is valued, respected, and encouraged to achieve their best.

We are searching for an exceptional Pastoral Support Manager to join our team on a temporary basis for up to 1 year. This is a prominent role within the school, sitting at the heart of our commitment to delivering outstanding pastoral care.

Working alongside our Year Leaders and the Deputy Head (Pastoral), you will be a driving force in supporting student behaviour and wellbeing. The role is multi-faceted, requiring a “calm head” to filter information and tackle situations as they arise. You will be joining a team of highly skilled and committed professionals who are relentless in the pursuit of pastoral excellence.

• Contract Type: Fixed Term (Maternity Cover)
• Start Date: 1st September 2026 (contract ends 31st August 2027)
• Working Hours: 37 hours per week, 39 weeks per year (term time plus non-pupil/INSET days)
• Working Pattern: 8:00am – 4:00pm Mon to Thurs; 8:00am – 3:30pm Fri

Key Responsibilities

• Systems Management: Manage the day-to-day provision of a robust and supportive pastoral system for all students.
• Standards: Enforce school rules, maintain discipline, and promote attendance while providing a high level of care.
• Strategy: Contribute to the school’s long-term strategy and help refine systems for behavior management as instructed by the Deputy Head Pastoral.
• Support: Assist Year Leaders and Tutor teams in the welfare, care, and academic progress of students.

We are looking for you if you have:

• A good standard of education (Ideally GCSE English/Maths Grade C/4 or above).
• Previous experience in a school environment or a supervisory role with young people is an advantage.
• A commitment to high achievement for both yourself and our students.
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to act on your own initiative.

Please see the attached Job Description & Person Specification for further details.

Why Choose The Sigma Trust?
We believe in investing in our staff and fostering a culture of collaboration. We offer a competitive salary and a comprehensive package designed to support your professional and personal life.

Professional Development:

• A robust CPD training program that empowers you to flourish.
• Unrivalled opportunities to collaborate with colleagues across the Trust, sharing ideas and building strong professional relationships.

Employee Benefits:

• A competitive salary and excellent pension scheme.
• A Health Cash Plan and Employee Assistance Programme for your well-being.
• Exclusive perks like the Cycle to Work scheme, discounted gym memberships, cinema tickets, and eligibility for a Blue Light Card.

Commitment to Safeguarding & Diversity

The Sigma Trust is committed to safeguarding and protecting the children and young people that we work with. As such, all posts are subject to safer recruitment processes, including the disclosure of criminal records, online checks and other vetting checks. We ensure that we have a range of policies in place which promote safeguarding and safer working practice across our schools.

The Sigma Trust is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. We are committed to equal employment opportunities regardless of any protected characteristics. This is embedded in our vision ‘To Be Greater Than The Sum Of Its Parts’, where we believe we are strong and more successful working together, creating a workplace which celebrates diversity.

To Apply:

Ready to take the next step? Submit an application form via My New Term by midnight on Wednesday 3rd June, 2026.

Interviews will be held on Tuesday 9th June 2026.

Please note that we reserve the right to close this advert early should we receive an overwhelming response. Candidates may be invited to interview prior to the closing date, so an early application is advised.

 We politely request that recruitment agencies do not contact us regarding this vacancy.