Grade: Grade 5 SCP 19 - 23 Contract Type: Permanent Hours: 37 Working Pattern: Term time 0.8 weeks Actual Salary: 26,944.65 - 28,938.59 Interview Date: Wednesday 22 nd January 2025 We are seeking to employ an enthusiastic and dedicated professional to work within our Pastoral Department as Pastoral Manager to inspire, motivate and support pupils. The successful candidate must be flexible, enthusiastic, passionate and be able to work as part of a skilled team within an organised and disciplined environment supporting children and their families. Your key responsibilities will be: Working closely with the Head of Pastoral Care, Principal/Head of School,, Senior Leadership Team, SEND Team and Admin Team to support the academic well-being, achievement, attendance and behaviour of students. Work within the Pastoral Department to support the learning and behaviour of students who have been removed from lessons in accordance with the school discipline policy and procedure and to provide intervention as necessary to support progress Communicate directly with parents, guardians and carers in relation to progress, behaviour, safety, attendance, medical and well-being concerns. Ensuring the best possible outcomes for our children, particularly our most vulnerable including those with special educational needs or those that are in care. Parental engagement- creating and supporting activities to engage parents in school. Carrying out First Aid Working with external agencies and other bodies to ensure a holistic approach is taken to meet the needs of pupils and their families Working closely with the SLT and SENDCo on all aspects of safeguarding and child protection matters, assisting and supporting the work of the (Deputy) Designated Safeguarding Lead. About the School Deeplish is an academy right at the heart of the Deeplish community in Rochdale, we are a two form entry school with 450 children on role. We work really hard to do everything that we can to support our children and families. When you visit us, you will find a very inclusive culture where everyone is valued and listened to. Our children and staff are fantastic and have a real love for learning. We have a reputation for being a friendly, caring and successful school. The successful applicant will work with us to fully promote this ethos whilst also striving for academic excellence. The Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and anyone applying to work in our schools is expected to share this commitment. Therefore, this position is subject to receipt of an enhanced DBS disclosure. Next Steps Prospective candidates are welcome to visit the Academy, please contact Mrs Stokes to arrange a suitable date and time Tel: 01706 392480. All applications must be submitted by My New Term https://mynewterm.com/jobs/141365/EDV-2024-DPA-70125 Closing date: for applications is Thursday 9th January 2025 at Midnight Interview and Assessment Date: provisionally booked for Wednesday 22 nd January 2025 The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Appointment to this post is subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring and background check. An online presence check is carried out on all interviewees prior to interview. The ability to converse at ease with customers and service users and provide advice in accurate spoken English is an essential requirement of this post. Applicants are advised that by applying for this position they are declaring that they are not subject to any immigration controls or restrictions that prohibit them undertaking work in the UK, and that they are able to provide proof of their Right to Work in the UK if they are invited to attend an interview. The school will carry out an online search as part of their due-diligence for all shortlisted candidates in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education 2024. Applicants are informed that if appointed to this post their contract of employment will be with the school governing board who is the employer, and not Rochdale Council.