The particular responsibilities attached to the post of Pastoral Leader include:

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1 Pastoral Leader Job description and person specification Salary: L6 Reporting to: Head of Pastoral Conditions: Location: 37 hours per week / 39 weeks per year Putteridge High School, Luton You will take a 30 min break for lunch and there is an expectation that you will be available for directed time meetings as required. Although the post is term time only, you may be required to be available for two days during the GCSE results week in August to assist with student enquiries. You will be required to attend meetings offsite and it may be necessary for you to use your own vechile for this purpose. Putting students first in order to remove barriers to learning is the key responsibility of all staff at Putteridge High School. We will ensure that every young person: achieves aspirational goals; can make decisions which lead to a healthy lifestyle; enjoys their time at PHS; can make positive contributions through active involvement in their learning and in the school and wider community. The particular responsibilities attached to the post of Pastoral Leader include: The pastoral leader is a key point of contact for all matters relating to students within the House. The post holder is responsible for the day to management of students and administration of the various systems and procedures relating to student welfare and well-being. The post holder works under the supervision of and reports directly to the Head of Pastoral. Leadership and Management Working with the Head of House, to be an enthusiastic champion of the House, its students and staff and their achievements, in order to promote the vision, sense of purpose and pride in the House To be professional, friendly and respectful towards all colleagues, and to address any concerns through proper channels To be professional, friendly, fair and firm with students, demonstrating the sort of politeness and respectfulness that we wish them to emulate

2 To be friendly, helpful and welcoming to parents and others visiting or making contact with the school Teaching and Learning To liaise with the Head of Pastoral to ensure appropriate targeted intervention is applied to students from vulnerable groups and monitor and evaluate the success of this. To work closely and monitor students with Behaviour Support Plans, Pastoral Support Plans or similar People and Relationships To work alongside the Head of House to celebrate positive achievement within the House group To be the first point of contact on all matters relating to students within the House and to establish positive, professional relationships with parents/carers and outside agencies, in order to promote the well-being of all students To be aware of legislations and Child Protection procedures within the school and assist the Child Protection Designated Officer as appropriate To liaise with the Head of Pastoral to facilitate small group work sessions, e.g. anger management, esteem, building and conflict resolution Work with other colleagues and outside agencies to contribute and attend meetings and planning process for individual students e.g. disadvantaged, CP and LAC etc. These responsibilities include liaising with other colleagues in order to identify students to be discussed, contributing to the preparation of paperwork, attending relevant meetings and feeding back information within the House, as appropriate To work with the Head of Pastoral, SENCO and other colleagues as appropriate to develop an intervention programme supporting families To support the behaviour and welfare of students To liaise with the Head of Pastoral to ensure that students at risk of exclusion are guided towards appropriate curricular opportunities In consultation with the Head of Pastoral and SLT, to support internal and external exclusion procedures School Efficiency and Effectiveness To keep clear records of all support and intervention given Working with the administrative team, to ensure the proper administration of a variety of tasks including Parents Evenings, Student Records e.g. behaviour management systems and praise and reward systems To monitor attendance of students within the House and liaise with the Education Welfare Service where there is a cause for concern To support high standards of dress, behaviour, organisation (i.e. equipment, planners) of students within the House To help students choose the right professionals to talk to regarding future academic pathways and employment To take part in marketing and liaison activities, such as Open Evenings, Parents Evenings and liaison events with partner schools/organisations

3 To encourage student participation and leadership in all areas of House life, through such things as regular assemblies, charity events and participation in extra curricular and House activities To work with the Head of House, Leadership Team and SENCO to support transition and transfer between key stages To implement the school s equal opportunities and anti-bullying policies To take part in the staff development programme by participating in arrangements for further training and professional development To engage actively in the Performance Management Review process To supervise students as required e.g. detentions To be aware of and responsible for personal health and safety and that of others and to follow the health and safety protocols as stated by LBC

4 Notes: The above responsibilities are subject to the general duties and responsibilities contained in the statement of Conditions of Employment. This job description allocates duties and responsibilities but does not direct the particular amount of time to be spent on carrying them out and no part of it may be so construed. This job description is not necessarily a comprehensive definition of the post. It will be reviewed at least once a year and it may be subject to modification or amendment at any time after consultation with the holder of the post. The duties may be varied to meet the changing demands of the school at the reasonable discretion of the Head Teacher. This job description does not form part of the contract of employment. It describes the way the post holder is expected and required to perform and complete the particular duties as set out. All teaching staff are part of a whole school team. They are required to support the values and ethos of the school and school priorities as defined in the School Development Plan. This will mean focussing on the needs of colleagues, parents and pupils and being flexible in a busy pressurised environment. In addition to candidates ability to perform the duties of the post, the interview will also explore issues relating to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children including: Motivation to work with children and young people. Ability to form and maintain appropriate relationships and personal boundaries with children and young people. Emotional resilience in working with challenging behaviours; and, attitudes to use of authority and maintaining discipline. The Chiltern Learning Trust is committed to its schools working in wider partnership which will promote wellbeing outcomes for young people. All personnel may be required to work across schools within the Trust by agreement with the Head Teacher. Safeguarding Children Because of the nature of this job, it will be necessary for the appropriate level of criminal record disclosure to be undertaken. Therefore, it is essential in making your application you disclose whether you have any pending charges, convictions, bind-overs or cautions and, if so, for which offences. This post will be exempt from the provisions of Section 4 (2) of the Rehabilitation of Offenders 1974 (Exemptions) (Amendments) Order Therefore, applicants are not entitled to withhold information about convictions which for other purposes are spent under the provision of the Act, and, in the event of the employment being taken up, any failure to disclose such convictions will result in dismissal or disciplinary action by the school. The fact that a pending charge, conviction, bind-over or caution has been recorded against you will not necessarily debar you from consideration for this appointment. The School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff to share this commitment. Applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service.

5 PASTORAL LEADER: PERSON SPECIFICATION CATEGORY ESSENTIAL DESIRABLE ASSESSED THROUGH: Qualifications A good standard of secondary education Evidence of CPD relating to Autism, Letter of application Current CPD relating to SEN Visual Impairment Experience: Experience of working in a school Experience of working successfully with partners in the local community Experience of working with parents and external agencies Experience of working with children with a variety of special educational needs Experience of a multicultural school Experience of a large school Experience of taking responsibility for the delivery of lessons to groups of students Experience of key worker responsibilities relating to significant SEN issues Letter of Application Interview Knowledge, Skills and abilities Knowledge of child protection procedures and an understanding of the need for compliance with these procedures Knowledge of behaviour management strategies Knowledge of strategies for working with students with a variety of special needs Ability to lead and work collaboratively in a team Able to communicate effectively orally and in writing Ability to inspire and motivate staff and students Understanding of equal opportunities issues in schools Ability to be flexible and adapt to High level of interpersonal skills and the ability to form good relationships with students, colleagues and parents Well organised and efficient including completing agreed tasks within set timescales Confident and proactive approach to problem solving self-motivated and selfdisciplined Sound ability to use ICT packages and systems Sound knowledge of national policies and developments in SEN education Ability to present effectively to a range of audiences Letter of application Interview

6 Personal qualities Likes young people and enjoys being with them Friendly Hard-working Has high expectations of self and students Reliable, punctual and responsible Puts a high value on treating others with respect and courtesy Committed to inclusion Resilient and able to work under pressure High standard of professionalism in manner and dress/appearance. Genuine passion for helping students to develop Good sense of humour, realistic, positive and upbeat Enthusiasm, ambition and vision Commitment to raising achievement, attainment and aspirations of students Personal and professional commitment to the philosophies of the school A willing contributor to wider school effectiveness including whole school, extra-curricular activities Very good health and attendance record. Willing to take part in CPD relating to pastoral matters Letter of application Interview

7 CURRENT PASTORAL LEADER RESPONSIBILITIES The following list provides guidance on the types of tasks likely to be required, but this is neither exclusive nor exhaustive Child Protection Provide additional support for the Safeguarding Officer if required Child in Need - Provide additional support for the Safeguarding Officer if required Education Health Care plans - Provide additional support for the SENCO if required Looked After Children - Provide additional support for the Designated Teacher, mainly the LAC reviews Educational Welfare Officer /Home visits as necessary Team Around Family / EHT / Youth Offending Provide support and guidance as required STRAT To attend meetings as necessary Individual Education Plan support as required School liaison meetings To support SENCO as required Restoration and Justice meetings between staff and students Student Investigations Behaviour & Pastoral support plans and mentoring as required Complete additional support referrals as appropriate Act as Keyworkers to support students where necessary To liaise with other departments, staff and groups as required e.g. STEPS, EAL etc. Accompany school visits when required Uniform checking and management of confiscated items Respond to situations involving poor student behaviour that require immediate attention and take action as necessary Tutor cover as required Manage the behaviour process, including Isolation, detention and collection of students as required On call Undertake duties as required Parent evenings, Information evenings, Celebration and Open evenings as required Student behaviour reports Providing physical and emotional support mentoring, advice and guidance to students Analysis and management of house data, e.g. behaviour points etc. Arrange / participate in parental meetings, including reintegration Manage Move meetings To support Head of Pastoral as required Alternative Provision reviews/visits Attend weekly Pastoral meetings Support in the management of the transition of students including In-year admissions and visit other establishments as required Attend regular meeting the EWO as required Duties as required Work with Head of House organise and manage Charity House days Where possible be a presence when students are moving from one location to another.