What skills and experience we're looking for
King Edward VI Sheldon Heath Academy is a mixed 11-18 academy serving a vibrant and diverse community.
Judged to be Good by Ofsted (February 2023), we are proud of our committed staff and aspirational pupils.
We are looking to appoint an enthusiastic and ambitious Pastoral Manager.
If successful, you will set high expectations to motivate and challenge students and promote a positive learning culture. You will work closely with the Head of Year and a range of other professionals to provide bespoke support for a year group. You will liaise regularly with parents and carers on behaviour, attendance and wellbeing issues.
The successful candidate will be:
• Highly motivated and enthusiastic
• Have high expectations of students and what they can achieve
• Have clear pastoral experience
• Have a strong understanding of strategies which address barriers to learning
• A committed team player
• Able to develop and drive new initiatives and innovate practice
What the school offers its staff
We can offer you:
• Access to an Employee Assistance Programme
• A modern, well-resourced environment
• Supportive, enthusiastic and committed colleagues
• Access to a range of CPD and training tailored to your needs
Commitment to safeguarding
The Schools of King Edward VI in Birmingham is an educational charity supporting eleven schools and is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Applicants will be required to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). This post is covered by Part 7 of the Immigration Act (2016) and therefore the ability to speak fluent and spoken English is an essential requirement for this role. CHARITY NUMBER: 529051