Deputy Head - Pastoral (maternity cover)

The Deputy Head Pastoral of the School will assist the Head in the provision of professional leadership for the whole school (2-11), as an integral member of the School Leadership Team. The Deputy Head will help to ensure the smooth day-to-day running of the school, liaising closely with the Head of Pre-Prep and specifically taking a lead on pastoral care, safeguarding, staff development, staff induction and operational management. The Deputy will deputise for the Head at all times when she is not available and may be required to attend the school as necessary out of normal working hours for the proper performance of duties or to deal with emergencies. They will have an ability to think strategically and implement change and will have a proven record of exceptional leadership, diplomacy and communication skills. The Deputy Head's role is to be an exemplary practitioner and an innovative, driven promoter and developer of St. Helen’s College ethos and policies. S/he will have high expectations for all children and staff, as well as excellent organisational and interpersonal skills. S/he will make it a priority to maintain effective and productive relationships with parents and external agencies. The Deputy Head will contribute to the strategic leadership and management of the school, sharing the Head and the Forfar Group vision and collaborating in the whole school evaluation and development plan. The role therefore involves significant strategic as well as operational responsibility, alongside project management and specific responsibilities for areas of whole school life. Responsibilities 1. Pupil Safeguarding and Welfare To be the School Designated Safeguarding Lead Officer (DSL) and to safeguard and promote the welfare of every child within the school. To liaise closely with the Deputy DSL on all safeguarding matters, conduct the annual safeguarding review with the Director responsible for Safeguarding, prepare and present reports as required for Governance m