Deputy Head Pastoral

`We learn not for school but for life’ Oswestry School is an independent, co-educational day & boarding school, with an 11-18 Senior School of c.400 pupils and a 4-11 Prep School of just over 100 pupils. The strong ethos of the School is reflected in its strength of pastoral care and sense of community. The School recently underwent inspection, with a very good report. As well as providing a fantastic learning and living environment for young people, Oswestry School offers an enjoyable, challenging and rewarding working environment. Located in the ancient town of Oswestry in the county of Shropshire, the school was founded in 1407 and, as such, lays claim to being one of the oldest truly independent schools in the country. It is located in a beautiful corner of Shropshire with easy access to the great outdoors as well as good links to the local town of Shrewsbury and the cities of Chester, Manchester and Birmingham. DEPUTY HEAD PASTORAL January 2027 Oswestry School is seeking to appoint a Deputy Head Pastoral to join us from January 2027. Combining a long-established heritage with a progressive outlook, we provide an environment in which both pupils and staff can thrive, and where pastoral care and safeguarding are key priorities. This role would suit an experienced middle leader with the expertise, experience and passion to ensure Oswestry continues to be known for its outstanding pastoral care. The successful applicant will be responsible for the pastoral flourishing of the school and ensuring that each and every pupil is fully supported, nurtured and developed. As Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL) they will be responsible for safeguarding within the school, and will lead our safeguarding team of Deputy DSLs and the wider pastoral and boarding team. The Deputy Head Pastoral will be a member of the School Leadership Team and will report directly to the Headmaster. The appointee will be expected to have a keen appreciation for the ethos and values of the Schoo