Pastoral Leader - Twynham School

About The PostAre you passionate about making a difference in young people’s lives?We are looking for a dedicated and motivated individual to join our team as a Pastoral Leader, working alongside our Senior Leadership Team and Head of Year to ensure every student feels supported, included, and able to thrive. In this role, you will play a key part in improving student attendance and engagement, providing targeted support for individuals, and building positive relationships that foster a strong sense of belonging and community. You will work closely with families, external agencies, and staff to ensure students receive the right academic, emotional, and social support to succeed.As a role model, you will set high expectations while championing equality and inclusion, ensuring all students feel valued and empowered. From break and lunchtime supervision to administration and liaison with external agencies, you will help create a safe and supportive school environment where every child can flourish. If you believe in the power of education, community, and opportunity, we would love to hear from you.This is a truly exceptional opportunity for a talented and ambitious colleague.What We Can Offer YouThe opportunity to work with wonderful young peopleThe opportunity to work with exceptional colleagues throughout our schoolHigh quality continued professional development and opportunities to progressAutomatic membership of the Dorset Local Government Pension SchemeFree, confidential access to our Employee Assistance Programme, which offers a range of counselling services plus financial, legal and practical support from qualified professionals on a range of personal issues and access to online health and wellbeing resourcesA trust-wide intranet, where we share our news, information and resourcesLocal discounts negotiated on behalf of our staff e.g. gym memberships, hair and beauty salons, chiropractic care, cycle shops, restaurants, motoring services, and retail/DIY storesAccess to national discounts on a wide variety of huge brandsA welcoming staff room with complimentary tea and coffee available throughout the dayFree on-site parkingThe opportunity to work within Twynham Learning; a progressive multi-academy trustThe opportunity to work in one of the most beautiful areas of the South CoastWho We Are Looking ForWe would love to hear from you if you:Have GCSEs in Maths and English graded C or above (or equivalent qualifications/grades) Flexible, proactive, and able to work both independently and as part of a team, with a commitment to safeguarding, equality, and professional development.Ability to build effective relationships with students, staff, parents, and external agencies while maintaining discretion, patience, and professionalism.A willingness to attend courses as required to enhance the knowledge, understanding and skills to improve the level and quality of support given to students.Further InformationAny questions?To discuss the post or your application, please contact Alison Brown (Senior HR Administrator) on 01202486536 Ext 3054 or email us at [email protected]How To ApplyTo apply for this vacancy, please submit a Job Application Form and Diversity Questionnaire by email to: [email protected]Only applications made using our own official application form will be accepted. You can download the form and questionnaire here: www.twynhamlearning.com/187/staff-vacanciesThe closing date is Monday 17 November 2025 at 9am. Interviews to be held Friday 21 November 2025. (However, we reserve the right to interview and/or appoint strong candidates before this, so we encourage you to apply early).About UsTwynham Learning values diversity and inclusiveness. We aim to eliminate unlawful discrimination and promote diversity throughout our whole workforce. We want our workforce to be representative of all sections of our community, so we give equal opportunities to all job applicants. We do not discriminate on the basis of age, disability status, gender reassignment, marital/partnership status, pregnancy/maternity, race/colour/national origin, religion/belief, sex or sexual orientation. Only people who can evidence their right to work in the UK will be considered for this vacancy. We are committed to robust Safer Recruitment processes as part of our strong commitment to safeguard children and young people. An enhanced criminal records check will be undertaken on the successful candidate. Candidates must disclose all unprotected spent and unspent cautions and convictions. It is an offence to apply for this post if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity with children.