We currently have an exciting opportuni ty for a Pastoral Manager to joi n our fantastic team at MEA Central. This is a Grade 6, permanent post working 35 hours per week, term time only plus 5 INSET days. The starting salary is 27,623 and the full time equivalent is 32,115. This role will be started upon all pre-employment checks are complete. We re looking for: A suitably qualified Pastoral Leader, who has a good understanding of current relevant issues and developments within education. The ideal candidate will have excellent communication skills, and be able to evidence the ability to relate to all sectors of the school community. An ability to identify barriers to learning and engagement, including behaviour management strategies, is essential. Main purpose of the job: To take responsibility for providing a designated year group of students with outstanding pastoral care and guidance as well as developing positive links between home and school, working closely with parents / carers to ensure that every student will thrive and succeed To address attendance, behavioural, pastoral and welfare issues, taking a lead role within the school in addressing the needs of students who require particular support to overcome barriers to learning To work collaboratively with all school staff and external support agencies in order to support student wellbeing Providing accurate attendance, punctuality, behaviour and other pastoral data to Governors, Leaders, and staff as required To take a lead role in the supervision of the school, supporting all staff in maintaining a positive learning environment with high expectations, including out of lesson supervision/duties, on call, detention, other strategic support systems and strategic behaviour interventions. All school staff are expected to share the Trust s commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Specific safeguarding responsibilities are detailed in the attached job description. Working for Prospere Learning Trust Great schools thrive because of the great people in them. We invest in our staff to achieve their full potential and offer a range of benefits including. High quality CPD for all roles Bupa Level 1 Health Plan - annual cash back allowance for a range of every day health care expenses Generous Pension Contribution - over 26% for teachers and over 17% for support staff Good holidays teachers as per School Teachers Pay and Conditions Document; non-teachers receive 26 days annual leave plus bank holidays, increasing to 31 days with 5 years' service Cyclescheme - save up to 39% on a bike and accessories and get Strava for free Employee Assistance Programmes - including access to free counselling and 24/7 helplines Credit Union - regular savings, Christmas saving scheme and access to affordable loans Flexible working options - we're happy to talk flexible working where possible Mental Health First Aid in every school Blue Light Card - discounts on holidays, cars, days out, fashion, gifts, insurance, phones, and many more bYond cashback card - spend smarter with a prepaid cashback card for your everyday purchases Visit our website to learn more about our Trust: prospere.org.uk MEA Central MEA Central is a thriving 11-16 secondary school in South Manchester, driven by the mission, A fantastic future for all. We focus on removing barriers to student success, combining high expectations with warmth and encouragement. Our values of Citizenship, Achievement, and Participation, along with a belief in the power of language, help develop confident, socially responsible young adults. We offer a challenging, knowledge-rich curriculum to prepare students for GCSEs, further education, and life beyond. Our high expectations are matched by efforts to ignite intellectual passions, fostering autonomous, fulfilled learners. Beyond academics, our exceptional pastoral care and extensive extra-curricular program ensure students gain cultural capital and succeed in areas like sport, music, drama, and community activities. MEA Central has been graded as good by Ofsted. "Pupils at Manchester Enterprise Academy Central are incredibly proud and happy to be a part of a diverse and respectful community. Everyone can be themselves. Pupils are considerate of one another. They do their best to model the school's core values. They strive to work hard, be kind and take part" Visit our website to learn more about our school community: https://www.meacentral.org.uk/ Job Application Information Please apply using the online application form; incomplete applications may not be considered. CVs are not accepted. Early applications are encouraged, and we reserve the right to close the vacancy early. As per Keeping Children Safe in Education, we conduct online searches on shortlisted candidates to identify any relevant issues for interview discussion. Shortlisted candidates will be required to submit a self-disclosure declaration, declaring any relevant convictions, adult cautions or other matters which may affect your suitability to work with children. Information will be provided on where to seek guidance on whether certain offences are now protected and should not be disclosed within the self-disclosure form. Under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 all positions within the School are exempt. Therefore, we are entitled to carry out Enhanced Disclosure checks for all staff and volunteers. It is an offence to apply for the role if the applicant is barred from engaging in regulated activity relating to children. Applicants must have the right to work in the UK; we do not sponsor visa applications. If you ve lived or worked outside the UK in the last five years, additional information will be required. Job offers are contingent on satisfactory pre-employment checks, including references. Safeguarding Commitment All schools within the Trust are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment. Equality Statement Prospere Learning Trust values diversity and welcomes applications from all candidates, regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marital status, pregnancy, race, religion, sex, or sexual orientation. For application packs or support, contact us at 0161 527 7953 or jobsprospere.org.uk.