Deputy Lead Pastoral Manager

We are looking for a motivated and caring individual to provide support with the pastoral care of the students. This role is new to our school and will support our Lead Pastoral Manager across a range of pastoral and safeguarding issues. The successful candidate will take a lead on supporting work with Children in Care and must have knowledge of working with Virtual Schools. The Deputy Lead Pastoral Manager will help to oversee the work of our Pastoral Support Officers and also work closely with students to help them overcome barriers to learning, both inside and outside of the school, to achieve their full potential. As a Deputy Lead Pastoral Manager your role will be to create and maintain a purposeful, structured, and nurturing environment where students feel safe to learn. Leading and modelling best practice and driving strategies which support students' personal development as well as becoming a vital member of our wider pastoral team and who contribute to all aspects of pastoral care, welfare, and guidance for our student's cohort.

We have high aspirations for students and staff alike and believe that if you try hard; the sky is the limit. We aim to inspire confident, motivated students who have a passion for learning and are fully equipped to contribute to society., You should have experience of working in a similar role as well as good communication skills and an ability to work under pressure., We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of the children; therefore, the post is subject to medical clearance and an enhanced DBS check under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. All applicants must be able to provide documentation to prove their right to work in the UK.

Everyone at Dormston has a pivotal role to play in creating a vibrant and dynamic school., Please note: Dudley MBC does not currently offer sponsorship for candidates without the Right to Work in the UK. Effective from September 2022, KCSIE states as part of the shortlisting process schools and colleges should consider carrying out on-line searches, as part of the due diligence on shortlisted candidates. This is to determine suitability to work with children and keep them safe. All shortlisted candidates are now subject to an on-line check and if there is anything concerning, then the shortlisted candidate will be asked to comment on it either prior to or at interview., Top tip when applying - As we've got a new recruitment system the application process has changed a little and we hope you'll like it! You'll first need to register and create a profile the first time you apply. Creating your profile will enable you do things such as track your application progress, view emails you've received from us and manage communication preferences, manage your interview bookings and offer information if successful. About Dudley Council It's an incredibly exciting time to work in Dudley Council as we embark on numerous multi-million pound regeneration schemes which will be real game-changers for the borough. In addition to the exciting schemes such as the Midland Metro we also have the ongoing and very serious challenges of ensuring vulnerable people across the borough receive the services they deserve. At Dudley Council we have a 'one council' ethos that builds an effective and dynamic organisation which grows the economy and creates jobs, creating a cleaner and greener place and supports stronger and safer communities. We are rightly proud to be the historic capital of the Black Country and, working with our partners, Dudley Council is also committed to looking forward and helping to deliver our borough vision of 'Forge a Future for all' www.dudleyboroughvision2030.org.uk We ensure communities influence council decisions and are committed to delivering services in partnership with communities. We provide flexible and responsive service in partnership and help communities help themselves. In joining a local authority that serves 320,000 residents you will become an integral part of a council that:

• is ready to embrace change, providing an environment in which you will be encouraged to make your mark
• is aware of its key challenges and the need for a new energy to innovate the council, in order to find cost effective ways of delivering services
• has aligned its political and managerial leadership structures and is committed to protecting, securing and transforming the lives of children, families, the vulnerable and older people
• wants borough residents to have their say through our community forums
• dedicates time to meaningful consultation and listen to the views of our residents
• is working with the community to encourage active involvement of our residents
  
  Our school was rated Good by Ofsted in June 2022 who commented on Dormston's "harmonious and cohesive community". Our school has a caring and positive culture that ensures everyone is supported and encouraged. Our school vision 'Knowledge is strength' threads seamlessly through all aspects of our school.
We are very aware that happy staff make a happy school and therefore we nurture talent that inspires, motivates, and ignites young minds. All our staff benefit from personalised professional development pathways as we aim to shape school leaders of the future. Deputy Lead Pastoral Manager Salary: Grade 7 Points 18 - 23 37 hours 8.00am - 4.00pm (one day a week 3.30pm finish, day to be agreed) Term Time plus one week (days to be agreed over the school holidays) (40 Weeks) (£26,144.76 - £29,173.09) -
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Location: Dormston School, Mill Bank, Dudley, West Midlands, DY3 1SN