Location
London

Hours
Full Time, 37 hours per week, 39 weeks per year

Salary
£24,097.97 - £27,005.10 per annum

About the Role
Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of young people? Do you thrive on supporting students to overcome barriers, build resilience, and flourish? We are looking for a committed and caring Pastoral Leader to join our supportive and experienced team at Lift Clacton. This rewarding role focuses on student wellbeing, behaviour, attendance, and safeguarding. You will take the lead on pastoral care for Year 9, working closely with senior leaders, families, and external agencies to ensure all students feel supported, safe, and successful in school. Immediate start available. The position is fixed term until August 2026.

About Lift Clacton
Lift Clacton is a rapidly improving school at the heart of the community, recently achieving a 'Good' rating (June 2024). The school has experienced significant growth with student numbers now over 1,500. We are committed to providing every child with an excellent education as a right, not a privilege. We maintain high expectations, foster a positive school culture, and offer clear teaching and learning practices supported by a strong senior leadership team.

Benefits
Well-being cash plan, pension scheme (LGPS), additional Lift Schools benefits including comprehensive training, generous benefits such as healthcare and financial support, lifestyle perks including discounted gym memberships, travel deals, and electric vehicle incentives.

Experience
Proven experience motivating young people and maintaining high expectations. Confident in using data to monitor trends and inform early intervention. Skilled in de-escalating challenging situations and building trusted relationships with students and families.

About you
Strong communication skills with a calm and resilient approach. Passionate about inclusion, safeguarding, and creating a school environment where all students can thrive.

Qualifications
Not explicitly stated; however, commitment to safeguarding and pastoral care is essential. All offers of employment are subject to an Enhanced DBS check, references, and where applicable, a prohibition from teaching check. Lift Schools embraces diversity and promotes equality of opportunity. Job share, part-time, and flexible working opportunities will be considered. We are a Disability Confident Employer with a guaranteed interview scheme for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria.