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Deputy Headteacher Pastoral Jobs in Rossendale, UK at Outcomes First Group
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Job Title:
Deputy Headteacher – Pastoral
Location:
Belmont Secondary School, Rawtenstall, BB4 6RX
Hours:
39 Hours per Week | Monday to Friday Salary: £57,750 per annum (not pro rata)
Contract:
Permanent | Term Time Only Start:
June 2026 Reporting to:
Headteacher Phase responsibility:
Whole school pastoral leadership (ages 518) Apply by: 7 May 2026 UK applicants only no sponsorship available About the Role The Deputy Headteacher Pastoral is a key member of the senior leadership team and reports directly to the Headteacher. The postholder has strategic and operational responsibility for pastoral care, behaviour, safeguarding culture and pupil wellbeing across the entire school (ages 518) which is located over three sites – a Primary Site, Secondary Site and Vocational Skills Unit.
They will lead the schools pastoral vision, ensuring all pupils feel safe, regulated and ready to learn. The role will drive the development of a whole-school trauma-informed approach, aligning behaviour, safeguarding and wellbeing systems to meet pupils needs consistently across both primary and secondary phases. The postholder will oversee key pastoral processes, including MDT meetings, behaviour and wellbeing tracking, pupil voice and strategies to prevent bullying, discrimination and racism.
They will ensure systems are consistent, evidence-informed and focused on improving outcomes for pupils across all key stages. As a senior leader, the Deputy Headteacher Pastoral will contribute to whole-school improvement and undertake additional duties as directed by the Headteacher What you’ll be doing Provide strategic leadership for pastoral care across the whole school (518), embedding a consistent, trauma-informed approach Lead the development and implementation of behaviour, anti-bullying and anti-racism strategies across all phases Chair Multi-Disciplinary Team (MDT) meetings and coordinate effective support for pupils with complex SEMH needs Oversee behaviour, wellbeing and SEMH tracking systems across the school, using data and pupil voice to inform interventions Quality assure pastoral practice across all key stages, including Form Time, behaviour systems and safeguarding processes Work closely with the Designated Safeguarding Lead to ensure pupils feel safe, supported and included Line manage pastoral staff across primary and secondary phases, ensuring consistency of practice and high standards Oversee examinations (AY 2025/26), pupil transport arrangements and daily staff cover to ensure smooth operational running Contribute to whole-school leadership and model the professional standards expected across the school What you’ll bring If you are driven by the belief that pastoral excellence transforms lives, and you are ready to lead with empathy, clarity and ambition, we would love to hear from you.
Holds QTS and brings significant leadership experience, most likely gained at senior leadership level within a school setting Demonstrates a strong track record of leading and improving pastoral systems at scale Brings expertise in SEMH, trauma-informed practice and behaviour leadership Has experience of leading whole-school pastoral systems across multiple phases (desirable) Thrives in multi-agency environments and can lead complex pastoral systems Is analytical, organised and committed to safeguarding and inclusion A leadership qualification (NPQSL/NPQH), experience in specialist or alternative provision and familiarity with behaviour-tracking systems are desirable.
About Us Belmont Secondary School is an independent specialist school in Rawtenstall for boys aged 1118 with SEMH needs, easily commutable from Bury, Burnley and surrounding areas. We provide a trauma-informed, nurturing environment where every pupil feels safe, understood, and supported. Small classes, personalised pathways, and on-site therapeutic support help build confidence, resilience, and essential life skills. Our broad curriculum blends academic, vocational, and creative opportunities to prepare pupils for a successful future.
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Title: Deputy Headteacher Pastoral
Company: Outcomes First Group
Location: Rossendale, UK
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