We are seeking a proactive and compassionate Pastoral Lead to join our secondary school, supporting students to achieve positive personal, social and academic outcomes. Working closely with teaching staff, pastoral teams, families and external agencies, you will play a key role in promoting student wellbeing, attendance and engagement in school life. Through early intervention, targeted support and strong relationship-building, you will help students overcome barriers to learning, develop resilience and reach their full potential. The ideal candidate will be empathetic, resilient and committed to making a lasting difference in the lives of young people.
St Wilfrid’s RC College is part of Bishop Chadwick Catholic Education Trust which is one of four Trusts in the Diocese of Hexham and Newcastle. The Trust includes five Secondary and twenty-five Primary Schools across South Tyneside, Sunderland and East Durham.
Bishop Chadwick Catholic Education Trust safeguards and protects its students and staff by being committed to respond in accordance with South Tyneside Child Protection Procedures. Enhanced DBS checks are mandatory for all school staff.
Electronic signatures will be accepted but candidates will be required to add a written signature to their application when circumstances allow.
The position we are filling is exempt from the provisions of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act and a satisfactory Enhanced DBS from the Disclosure and Barring Service is required as part of pre-employment checks. An online search will be completed for all shortlisted candidates.
Bishop Chadwick Catholic Education Trust is an equal opportunities employer, welcoming applications from all sections of the community. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and vulnerable adults and we expect staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
