Why join us?
Heron Hall Academy is an ambitious, eight-form entry mixed secondary school and a proud part of North Star Community Trust — a family of schools built on the belief that we are Stronger Together. The Trust plays a vital role in the communities it serves, creating real, lasting change through education, opportunity and support.
At Heron Hall, we share the Trust’s vision -to help every child succeed at school and in life. We live by the values of Education, Community, Opportunity , ensuring every pupil receives an excellent education, feels part of a strong and caring community, and has the chance to grow into a confident, well-rounded individual. As soon as you enter Heron Hall, you feel the pride, purpose and unity that define us. Our high standards and inclusive culture ensure that every pupil is supported, challenged and inspired to reach their full potential. We believe in every child and together, with North Star Community Trust, we help them believe in themselves.
About the role
The Pastoral Lead at Heron Hall plays a central role in supporting the wellbeing, behaviour, attendance and personal development of pupils. The successful candidate will provide consistent pastoral care and early intervention support within an allocated year group, ensuring that all pupils are able to engage positively in school life. This is a collaborative role, working closely with families, teachers, external agencies and the wider pastoral team to address a wide range of pupil needs and create a safe, inclusive and supportive school environment.
What we are looking for
We are looking for a compassionate and proactive individual with experience in a pastoral or pupil support role within a secondary school. The ideal candidate will have a strong track record of supporting young people facing behavioural, emotional or social challenges, and be confident in working with families, staff and external agencies. Experience with SEND, EAL and additional needs is essential, as is a good understanding of safeguarding, child development and the impact of socio-economic factors. Familiarity with case management, restorative approaches and inclusive pastoral strategies is important. A Level 3 or 4 qualification in a relevant field is desirable.
What we offer
Our pledge is to offer a supportive, caring, meaningful place to work and learn. Being an employer of choice is our continued aspiration. We offer a range of benefits to our staff:
- Access to NSCT Health Cash Plan, covering a range of healthcare cover, benefits, perks and discounts
- Career pathways and leadership development
- Continuous professional development and training opportunities
- Promote manageable workloads and support a healthy work life balance
- Generous pension scheme
- Subsidised lunches in our canteen
- Cycle to work scheme
- Staff referral bonus scheme
- Free onsite parking
Apply Now - be part of Heron Hall Academy!
Shortlisted candidates may be invited to interview before the closing date. Early applications are strongly encouraged, as the vacancy may close early.
We do not accept CVs. All applications must be submitted via My New Term.
Safeguarding statement
We are fully committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff to share this commitment. As part of our recruitment process, the successful candidate will be required to undergo safer recruitment checks, including enhanced clearance through the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) and any other pre-employment checks relevant to their role.
Equal opportunities
We are committed to fostering a positive and inclusive working culture that reflects our Trust's ethos of being ‘Stronger Together.’ The Trust is committed to promoting equality of opportunity for all. It aims to create a working environment in which all individuals are able to make best use of their skills, free from discrimination or harassment, and in which all decisions are based on merit.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: £30,363.00-£31,659.00 per year
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person
