Pastoral Lead

Pastoral Lead at Weston Favell Academy

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• Job Reference #
  EDV/2026/WFA/20112
• Location
  Booth Lane South, Northampton, Northamptonshire, NN3 3EZ
• Contract Type
  Permanent
• Contract Term
  Full-Time
• Salary
  £28,742.00 - £30,210.00 Annually (Actual)
• GAT 7
• Hours Per Week
  37
• Weeks Per Year
  39
• Closing Date
  Midnight, Sun 27th Sep, 2026
• Start Date
  ASAP
• Positions Available
  1
• Interview Date(s)
  ASAP
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About this Role

Are you ready to make a difference?

At Weston Favell Academy, we don't just teach - we ignite curiosity, spark creativity, and shape the future! We're on the hunt for a dynamic and dedicated Pastoral Lead to join our team of committed educators who are changing lives, one lesson at a time.

What we're looking for?

Weston Favell Academy offers a vibrant, supportive environment with opportunities for professional growth and training. With a passion and a love for learning, you will support our Year 11 students navigating through their daily school life.

What's in it for you?

Not only will you have the chance to inspire the next generation, but you will also receive a competitive salary and amazing benefits. Being part of a successful Multi Academy Trust, we believe in looking after the people who make a huge difference to our children, their families and the communities we serve. We recognise your value and will also invest in your health and wellbeing with the support of our Employee Assistance Programme and endless life resources to help in all aspects of your life.

Locally, we have so much to offer with a swimming pool and fitness suite on site, free on-site parking, off-site PPA at the beginning and end of the day, and so many more benefits but don't take our word for it, contact [email protected] to arrange a visit and see for yourself!

Are you ready to make a real impact?

In return we have multiple benefits for our talented and highly valued people:

Alongside nationally agreed terms and conditions, we offer a generous benefits package. Here's a selection of what's on offer to our people in recognition of the huge difference they make to our children, their families and the communities we serve:

• A comprehensive package of benefits via our benefits marketplace
• A free digital wellbeing companion for all colleagues
• A free, 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme - confidential & compassionate support when you need it
• Train & qualify as a Mental Health First Aider. We aim to have a qualified Mental Health First Aider in each academy
• Supporting your professional development through CPD, Apprenticeships, Upskilling and Professional Review
• Generous public sector pension schemes for everyone
• Eye tests & Spectacles Discount
• Family friendly policies and time off for dependants
• Dedicated ECT support programme
• Access to savings in childcare costs
• Generous annual leave allocation
• Automatic pay progression
• Free parking on all sites
• Principles on workload & directed time for teaching staff
• Professional Supervision for Academy Leaders

If this post attracts sufficient interest before the closing date, we may decide to close and interview this vacancy at an earlier date, so an early application is advised.

The Trust welcomes applications from all, irrespective of gender, marital status, disability, race, age or sexual orientation.

All applicants must be able to provide evidence of their Right to Work in the UK prior to commencement of employment. As part of our need to comply with UK immigration rules, you will be required to provide Home Office stipulated documentation prior to interview.

Safeguarding Statement

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and we expect all staff to share this commitment. All posts will be subject to receipt of satisfactory enhanced DBS disclosure, medical and reference checks. All pre-employment checks are in line with "Keeping Children Safe in Education".

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All applicants must be able to provide evidence of their Right to Work in the UK prior to commencement of employment. As part of our need to comply with UK immigration rules, you will be required to provide Home Office stipulated documentation prior to interview.

Weston Favell Academy offers a vibrant, supportive environment with opportunities for professional growth and training. With a passion and a love for learning, you will support our Year 11 students navigating through their daily school life. What's in it for you? Not only will you have the chance to inspire the next generation, but you will also receive a competitive salary and amazing benefits. Being part of a successful Multi Academy Trust, we believe in looking after the people who make a huge difference to our children, their families and the communities we serve. We recognise your value and will also invest in your health and wellbeing with the support of our Employee Assistance Programme and endless life resources to help in all aspects of your life. Locally, we have so much to offer with a swimming pool and fitness suite on site, free on-site parking, off-site PPA at the beginning and end of the day, and so many more benefits but don't take our word for it, contact [email protected] to arrange a visit and see for yourself! Are you ready to make a real impact? In return we have multiple benefits for our talented and highly valued people: Alongside nationally agreed terms and conditions, we offer a generous benefits package. Here's a selection of what's on offer to our people in recognition of the huge difference they make to our children, their families and the communities we serve.

• A comprehensive package of benefits via our benefits marketplace
• A free digital wellbeing companion for all colleagues
• A free, 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme - confidential & compassionate support when you need it
• Train & qualify as a Mental Health First Aider. We aim to have a qualified Mental Health First Aider in each academy
• Supporting your professional development through CPD, Apprenticeships, Upskilling and Professional Review
• Generous public sector pension schemes for everyone
• Eye tests & Spectacles Discount
• Family friendly policies and time off for dependants
• Dedicated ECT support programme
• Access to savings in childcare costs
• Generous annual leave allocation
• Automatic pay progression
• Free parking on all sites
• Principles on workload & directed time for teaching staff
• Professional Supervision for Academy Leaders