Behaviour and Pastoral Lead

Have you got the energy, vision and passion for SEN and a good sense of fun to join our team?

We are looking for an exceptional person to join our team as a Behaviour and Pastoral Lead. This is an exciting new role that is key to the school's development. You will take the lead role in managing pastoral support to students and their families as well as work alongside the SLT to lead on behaviour across the school.

You will be:

• A motivated, adaptable and caring professional who is passionate about delivering high-quality pastoral and behavioural support
• A self-starter who is confident working independently as well as part of a multi-disciplinary team
• Personable, with the ability to inspire and develop a staff team
• Experienced working with children, young people and their families ideally in the fields of learning disability / complex needs
• Analytical and able to draw on data to develop tailored support plans

In return we can offer:

• The opportunity to work with an amazing staff team and brilliant students
• A comprehensive training and CPD package
• A caring, positive and inclusive environment
• Supportive governors
• Freedom to innovate and an active role in contributing to the shared vision of the school.

Closing date: 12 noon Monday 21st October 2024

Interviews: Thursday 24 October 2024

We reserve the right to hold interviews before the closing date if we receive applications from people who match the person specification criteria, so we encourage you to apply early.

Further information about the school and an application pack can be found on the school website at www.thecastleschoolnewbury.org.uk or by contacting Cassy Clark on hr@castle.w-berks.sch.uk

The Castle School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment and is in line with guidance in KCSIE. All shortlisted candidates will be asked to complete a criminal records self-disclosure form. Successful candidates will be subject to Disclosure and Baring Service (DBS) checks along with other relevant checks including online searches to help to identify any incidents and/or issues which may be relevant to your suitability for the role, which the school may want to explore further with you.