Pastoral Leader x2 - Abersychan Comprehensive School

Salary: Grade 6 | £30,559 - £33,366 Pro Rata

Dear Prospective Applicant,
Thank you for your interest in the position of Pastoral Leader at Abersychan School. This is an important position in our school, where the main responsibilities will be to support a year group with respect to studentsday-to-day pastoral needs, wellbeing, safeguarding, behaviour and attendance. You will be part of a team of five people, including two Pastoral Team Leaders. This group will work closely with the wider wellbeing team, led by Deputy Headteacher Inclusion and Assistant Headteacher Wellbeing. The successful candidate will play a crucial role in raising standards within the school by being proactive, enthusiastic, well organised and positively embracing working with students in many different contexts.
Abersychan School is an 11-16 comprehensive school which meets the needs of children of all abilities. We want every person to fulfil their potential. We are a school that is committed to ensuring that all our young people are happy, successful and ready for their lives beyond school. Our expectations and standards are high. We have a committed and caring staff who are dedicated to ensuring that each child achieves their personal best. The school currently has 743 students, 48 teachers and 46 members of support staff. The school serves an area of socio-economic disadvantage and 32% of students are entitled to free school meals.
The school aims are delivered through a strong pastoral system, a commitment to providing high quality learning experiences and an extensive range of sporting, cultural, musical and extra-curricular activities. Students are happy, hard-working and positive about the school. They genuinely are an asset to our community and are incredibly friendly. We have fantastic parents and governors who are very supportive in helping us ensure that each student receives the very best education. The school has been widely commended for making significant improvements to behaviour management and we are focussed on securing the highest standards through an outstanding provision.
We are looking for an exceptional person who has the energy, drive, resilience and commitment to join us at this crucial time in our improvement journey. If you are excited by the prospect of playing a significant role in realising the school ambitions, have an unrelenting belief that all students can achieve, regardless of background and ability, then we would love to hear from you! In return, I personally guarantee you the very best level of support.
Please do not hesitate to contact Deputy Headteacher, should you wish to receive further information regarding this role or to arrange a visit to the school. The application form is to be completed via the Local Authority platform which has been linked to the job advertisement on eteach.
Closing: 11.59pm Thursday 1 st May Interview: Friday 9 th May
It is vital that you demonstrate how you meet the Essential criteria listed in the attached Person Specification, in order to secure an interview: How to apply Guidance for applicants Torfaen County Borough Council.
Welsh Language Skills are desirable for this post but not essential.
This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. A comprehensive screening process will be undertaken on all applicants which will include an Enhanced check with the Disclosure and Barring Service
Torfaen County Borough Council strives to be a fair, supportive and effective employer. The Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. The Council expects all employees, paid or unpaid, to share this commitment.
You are welcome to submit your application in English or in Welsh. Each application will be treated equally.