Pastoral Lead

This is a full time, term time only role working 39 weeks (195 days per year):About this RoleOver the past three years, Sheldon has invested heavily in pastoral care to ensure that every student’s needs are met both inside and outside the classroom. Our support network includes:• A full-time Pastoral Lead for each year group• An Attendance Officer and administrative support• Access to mental health professionals with a clear mental health referral system.This robust structure enables you to focus on building relationships, supporting wellbeing, and driving high standards across your year group. As Pastoral Lead for Year 9 you will support a Teaching Head of Year, a Deputy Head of Year, and tutors, with overall responsibility for approximately 240 students.This is a significant pastoral role at the heart of our pastoral provision. You will be the face of the school in meetings, working with families and local providers to ensure that students are happy and engaged in school life.Our School At Sheldon, we are unapologetic in our approach to ensuring that every student can thrive regardless of social background, academic ability or special educational need. We give students a better chance of success than if they attended any other school. We pride ourselves on having the highest expectations of all students and staff. We are passionate about working together with parents to ensure success for all our pupils. We are committed to providing a high-quality education that improves the life chances of all students. Our Values Be kind means that we are thoughtful and considered about how we treat ourselves and others and we always show gratitude. Be brave means that we are confident learners who contribute in lessons. We don’t make excuses and we accept that we all make mistakes and learn from them. Be the best you means we give 100% each and every day to be the best we can be. We believe that success comes through showing ambition, grit and stamina. How to make an applicati