training and education
Safeguarding & Prevent
Pastoral Lead - Alternative Provision (SEND)
Salary: £15.37 - £16.78 per hour | £27,463 - £29,982 per annum (Dependent on experience)
Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent, Term-Time Only
Hours: 40 hours per week
Location: Mansfield, Nottinghamshire
Closing Date: Friday 19th June
About the Provision: We believe every young person deserves a chance to thrive. We provide a safe, inclusive, and therapeutic learning environment for students with complex needs, SEND profiles, and barriers to education. We are looking for a dedicated and compassionate Pastoral Lead to become the heartbeat of our Mansfield hub.
The Role: As a Pastoral Lead, you won't just manage behaviour - you will transform lives. Reporting to the School/Hub Lead, you will create a nurturing environment where students feel safe, heard, and empowered.
Key Responsibilities: * Student Wellbeing: Deliver daily 1:1 pastoral support, tutorial sessions, and targeted interventions.
De-escalation & Mediation: Provide conflict resolution, restorative conversations, and student de-briefs.
Safeguarding & Attendance: Support robust safeguarding processes and actively promote student attendance.
Student Voice: Facilitate the student council, questionnaires, and forums to ensure our young people have a voice in their education.
Collaboration: Work alongside multi-disciplinary teams, parents, carers, and external agencies, attending key multi-agency meetings.
Data & Insights: Record and analyse pastoral data to help tailor individualised student support programmes.
What We Are Looking For: * A minimum of a Level 3 qualification in a relevant field (Education, Youth Work, Social Care).
Level 2 (or equivalent) in English and Maths.
Extensive experience in a pastoral, wellbeing, or youth-focused role.
Proven experience supporting young people with SEND, ASC, or mental health complexities.
A calm, reflective mindset with strong behavior de-escalation skills.
A full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle.
How to Apply: Ready to make a difference? Contact our recruiting partner, Paul Hirchfield, for an informal chat or to submit your CV:
Email: paul.hirchfield@randstad.co.uk
Phone: 01293 527416
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