Deputy Head (Pastoral)
Required for Easter 2025
Permanent full-time position
Reporting to: The Principal
Are you a visionary leader with a passion for pastoral care? Do you have the drive to inspire and support students, staff and families to achieve their best?
About Us
Westholme School has a proud tradition of academic excellence, character development, and outstanding pastoral care. Set in the heart of Lancashire, our school combines a rich heritage with a forward-thinking approach to education.
With a broad and balanced curriculum, a vibrant co-curricular programme, and a dedicated teaching and support team, we create a nurturing environment where students are happy, safe and kind.
We believe that the School has an important part to play in the wider community; our students are outward-looking, responsible and compassionate. Our mission is to develop Better Students, Better People.
The Role
As Deputy Head (Pastoral), you will play a pivotal role in fostering a supportive and inclusive school culture. Reporting directly to the Principal, you will lead our pastoral strategy, ensuring the wellbeing and personal development of every student. This is an exciting opportunity to shape the lives of young people while working alongside a committed senior leadership and pastoral team.
The Deputy Head (Pastoral) is a senior leadership role responsible for the strategic and operational oversight of all aspects of pastoral care, including standards, and student wellbeing in the Senior School. The role ensures that the school provides a safe, supportive, and nurturing environment that promotes the mental, emotional and social development of every student. The Deputy Head (Pastoral) will work closely with the Principal, senior leadership team, pastoral staff, and external stakeholders to develop and implement policies and initiatives that enhance the wellbeing and personal development of students. The Deputy Head (Pastoral) will also be part of initiatives to drive school growth and development, including admissions and marketing.
Key Responsibilities
* Lead and develop the school’s pastoral care programme to the highest standard.
* Oversee safeguarding, ensuring the welfare and safety of all students.
* Alongside the Assistant Head (Wellbeing), champion initiatives that promote emotional resilience, diversity, and inclusion.
* Support staff in managing student expectations, attendance and engagement.
* Build strong relationships with students, parents, and external partners.
* Lead on the Co-curricular programme.
* Contribute to the strategic leadership and overall direction of the school.
About You
You will be an inspiring leader with a proven track record in pastoral care and a deep commitment to the all-round development of young people.
You will bring:
* Experience: Significant experience in a leadership role, at middle or senior level. Experience in an independent school is not essential.
* Qualifications: A strong academic background and relevant teaching or pastoral qualifications; DSL qualified.
* Skills: Exceptional communication, leadership and problem-solving abilities.
* Passion: A genuine enthusiasm for student and staff development, and the ability to inspire others.
* Values: Integrity, empathy, and a commitment to the ethos of Westholme School.
What We Offer:
* A competitive salary and benefits package.
* Professional development opportunities to support your leadership journey.
* Highly aspirational children who apply our values of Work Hard and Be Kind.
* The chance to work in a dynamic, supportive and high-achieving environment.
* A beautiful campus in the heart of Lancashire.
Closing date: 5pm on Monday 20 January 2025
Please download our attached recruitment pack to explore more about this role.
How to apply:
Please apply online here in Tes via the quick Apply now button.
Charity Number 526615
Westholme School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and all staff must share this commitment – please refer to our Safer Recruitment and Safeguarding policies on the website.
Westholme School is committed to equality of opportunity in all areas of its work. All individuals will be treated in a fair and equal manner and in accordance with the law regardless of gender, marital status, race, religion, colour, age, disability or sexual orientation.