Pastoral Support Manager

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Pastoral Support Manager

E-ACT Shenley Academy | Building Futures, Changing Lives

At E-ACT Shenley Academy, we believe in the transformative power of education. We see it as more than just a process; it's a journey that opens doors and has the potential to change lives. Our mission is to inspire students through a dynamic curriculum that consistently delivers good lessons, fostering an environment where learning is empowering and enriching.

At E-ACT Shenley Academy, it is our daily mission are dedicated to these principles. We believe in creating an educational experience that not only imparts knowledge but also character, ensuring that our students leave with the skills, values, and aspirations needed to thrive in a changing world.

Take the next steps in your career with E-ACT Shenley Academy - where the journey is not just about education; it's about building futures and changing lives.

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Want to make a difference to young people?

Are you ready to embark on a rewarding journey within an educational community that values diversity, encourages collaboration, and celebrates excellence?

Join our team as a Pastoral Support Manager, making a real difference every day. You will champion student wellbeing, build trusting relationships, and lead compassionate support strategies. If you are driven, empathetic, and organised, this is your chance to shape positive outcomes and empower young people to thrive and succeed.

• To support the Progress Leaders to develop strategic direction for the Year
• To ensure that the values, principles and mission of the Academy are evident in the discharge of the duties of the post
• To identify opportunities to innovate and bring benefit to the Academy and its stakeholders
• To provide support and advice to students with respect to their learning, emotional and social well-being, health and safety and personal development
• To work proactively with vulnerable students

SCP 26 - 28 £ 37,344.57 - £39,220.05

(FTE: £38,510.00 - £40,444.00)

37 hours per week, 43 weeks per year

Permanent

• Minimum of 5 GCSEs including Maths and English (grades 4-9) or equivalent
• Understanding of the national curriculum especially core subject areas
• Proven record of raising standards and pupil achievement
• Experience of supporting the social, emotional and educational development of students

Join a trust that is going places!

At E-ACT, we believe every child deserves opportunity. Our ‘Opening Minds, Opening Doors’ strategy breaks down barriers and builds pathways to success; driven by purposeful leadership, collaboration, and innovation. We champion diversity, encourage a people-first culture, and ensure every voice is heard.

We are proud to lead system-wide change both locally and national - providing sector-wide support while transforming futures. Our achievements are recognised through winning MAT of the Year 2023 at the MAT Excellence Awards and National School Awards, and also the TES Trust Leadership Award 2024. E-ACT is recognised for shaping bold educational outcomes. Most recently, two of our Birmingham academies were selected by the Department for Education as RISE Regional Hubs, in recognition of their outstanding work on inclusion and behaviour, a testament to the impact of our people-first culture and relentless drive for excellence.

With 37 academies and over 25,000 pupils, our dedicated staff make excellence possible. We prioritise wellbeing, tackle workload, and continuously raise the bar. We don’t just educate, we inspire ambition and empower every child to thrive.

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We offer a strong financial package including access to defined benefit pension schemes (LGPS or TPS), life cover at three times pensionable pay, and 31 days of annual leave for year-round employees. Staff can also benefit from the Cycle to Work scheme, promoting healthy and sustainable commuting.

We invest heavily in staff development through tailored INSET days and high-quality CPD opportunities. Teaching…