Pastoral Leader

Are you passionate about making a real difference in the lives of young people?
Do you have the dedication and drive to support students in achieving their full potential?

At Brixham College, we are seeking an experienced, compassionate, and proactive Pastoral Leader to join our dynamic and supportive pastoral team. This is a fantastic opportunity to play a central role in shaping the culture and well-being of our student community.

About the Role

As a Pastoral Leader, you will work closely with the Behaviour for Learning Manager and the wider Pastoral Team to provide high-quality behaviour and pastoral support across the college. You will be a visible and approachable presence around the school, fostering positive relationships, promoting high standards, and ensuring that every student receives the care and guidance they need to succeed.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide day-to-day pastoral care and behaviour support to students
• Maintain a strong presence around the school, supporting both students and staff
• Assist in the coordination of interventions for students requiring additional support
• Develop and maintain effective relationships with parents/carers and external agencies
• Manage and organise student information and behavioural records efficiently
• Promote a safe, inclusive, and respectful school environment

What We’re Looking For

• A strong commitment to student welfare, safeguarding, and success
• Experience working in a pastoral or behaviour support role (school-based experience is a plus)
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team
• Organisational and administrative competence
• Confidence in dealing with sensitive situations with discretion and professionalism

Why Join Brixham College?

• A welcoming, supportive, and forward-thinking school community
• Opportunities for professional development and progression
• A chance to make a meaningful impact in students' lives
• Collaborative working with passionate and dedicated colleagues

If you are committed to supporting the well-being of young people and want to be part of a team that truly values pastoral care, we would love to hear from you.

Brixham College is an inspiring 11-18 mixed comprehensive school located in the beautiful Torbay, where ambition meets opportunity in a thriving, forward-thinking environment. With a strong, inclusive ethos and a relentless commitment to innovation, we are proud to serve our local community and empower students and their families to reach their full potential.

"We take great pride in being a comprehensive school that opens doors to exceptional educational opportunities for all, no matter their ability or background." – Mr. M. Eager, Principal

At Brixham College, we’re not just about delivering a curriculum – we’re about laying the groundwork for academic and personal excellence. Our approach is rooted in a cognitive framework, incorporating Thinking Skills and Tools to ignite curiosity, foster critical thinking, and inspire our students to become the leaders of tomorrow.

To find out more about our school click here.

The Thinking Schools Academy Trust

The Thinking Schools Academy Trust is a family of schools consisting of both primary and secondary schools across the South West, South, South East, and East of England.

We believe that every young person in our community deserves to have the best opportunities at life regardless of their individual circumstances.  

Learn more about our Vision and Values here

Why Join the Thinking Schools Academy Trust?

We’re proud to offer more than just a job—we provide a range of exceptional benefits to support and reward our staff:

• Competitive Pay Scales: Our TSAT pay scales exceed national levels.
• CPD: Our in-house training provision, Thinking Horizons, offers clear pathways for professional development. 
• Staff Wellbeing Focus: Access our 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme, free flu vaccinations, eye care vouchers and preferential access to Benenden Health.
• TSTARS Staff Recognition: You will be part of our Staff Recognition Programme, with seasonal rewards for all staff.
• Refer a Friend: Spread the word and benefit financially from our Refer a Friend Scheme.
• Blue Light Card: School staff can now access the Blue Light Card for discounts across a wide range of categories including holidays, cars, days out and much more!
• Convenient Parking: Park for free in our staff car park on-site.
• TSAT Benefits Portal: a one-stop shop benefits hub that gives you access to a range of exclusive benefits including employee discounts, Cycle to Work Scheme and Discounted Gym Membership.

Next Steps

If you are interested in working at our school, benefitting from a supportive network of colleagues across our Trust, and are keen to progress your career then please apply today! 

Early applications are encouraged, and we reserve the right to close the vacancy early if a suitable candidate is found.

We strongly encourage anyone who may be interested in working at our school to contact Jordan Walls (Office Manager) - [email protected] to arrange an informal conversation about the role.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check. As per KCSIE we will also undertake online searches for all shortlisted candidates, if you have any questions regarding this process, please email [email protected]