Pastoral Manager

We are seeking a compassionate, proactive and highly organised Pastoral Managerto join our dedicated team at our welcoming primary school in Bath. This is a rewarding opportunity to make a real difference to the wellbeing, behaviour and inclusion of our pupils. As our Pastoral Manager, you will play a key role in supporting pupils’ social, emotional and mental health needs, ensuring that every child feels safe, supported and ready to learn. You will work closely with staff, families and external agencies to provide a coordinated approach to pastoral care. Key Responsibilities Lead on the day-to-day pastoral support of pupils across the school Provide early intervention and targeted support for children experiencing social, emotional or behavioural difficulties Work closely with teachers to promote positive behaviour and inclusion Build strong relationships with pupils, parents/carers and external professionals Monitor attendance and work with families to address persistent absence Support safeguarding procedures in line with school policies Liaise with outside agencies (e.g. CAMHS, social care, early help services) Promote a positive, nurturing and inclusive school environment About You We are looking for someone who: Has experience working with children, ideally within a school or pastoral setting Has a strong understanding of safeguarding and child protection Is empathetic, calm and resilient, with excellent communication skills Can build positive, trusting relationships with children and families Is able to manage sensitive situations with professionalism and discretion Works well both independently and as part of a team We can offer you: Children who will make you smile everyday A commitment to professional development, and being able to develop personal areas of interest linked with the role A school where staff enjoy working as part of a dedicated, supportive and creative team, aiming for excellence A supportive and encouraging Leadership Team and Governing Body An excellent Employee Assistance Programme offering a wealth of advice & support We warmly encourage visits to our school so you can see for yourself all that we can offer. Please contact the school office to arrange a convenient time. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible. Please note: The salary indicated is based on a pay scale. New appointments are normally made at the bottom of the scale. Progression through the scale is dependent on length of service in line with our pay policy All applications should be made via MyNewTerm The Partnership Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.