Pastoral Lead (Key Stage 3 and 4)

At the heart of the Trust's vision is a belief that students deserve the best educationalexperience with aspirational curriculum provision and enrichment opportunities. Westrive for personal and academic achievement within a safe, inclusive and enrichedlearning environment: opening minds, opening doors to learning opportunities andopening up pathways to successful futures.Our AimsOur aim is to ensure that all schools within the Trust aspire to be 'Outstanding' and, withour support, hold a minimum of a 'Good Provider' rating from Ofsted.Our FutureWe have an appetite for continuous improvement and development, with an overallambition of expanding the Trust to develop a local partnership of schools, covering both Ms Kim Earle, CEOprimary and secondary phases. This will enable us to foster true partnership and Achieve and Learn Trustcollaborative work that both supports and challenges member schools., JOB PURPOSE: To provide strategic support to the Deputy Headteacher responsible for Behaviour and Attitudes. To have operational oversight of alternative provision across the school. ACCOUNTABLE TO: Deputy Headteacher Achieve and Learn Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. KEY RESPONSBILITIES Behaviour report card structure

• Weekly Class Charts tracking and monitoring to identify behavioural escalations and
thresholds linked to all year groups.
• Full report card tracking and monitoring from FT report to SLT report/Personal Support Plan
(PSP) across all year groups
• Lead on the monitoring of Action and Removal data to reduce re-offending, identify patterns
and trends and pre-empt behavioural issues.
• Leadership of the pre-Inclusion Behaviour Plan (IBP) process to include identification of key
subjects, times, periods, staff to apply preventative strategies
• Leadership of the IBP process to include parental meeting, evidence-based discussion, voice
of the parent, voice of the child linked to FT/PIM/HOY report, agreed timescale, agreed support and interventions with stepped review dates identified- RAG progress
• Agreement regarding daily grounding/support timescale and format
• Coordination the Pastoral Support Plan process through liaison with the SLT link where
necessary via the Deputy Headteacher Interventions
• Use of behaviour data, report tracking process, pupil profiles, attendance data, progress data
and identified actions from behaviour management structure to inform intervention groups via IPMs.
• Take an active role in the Inclusion Panel Meetings to specifically target students who are
at/transitioning beyond the KSIL report and associated Inclusion Behaviour Plan (IBP) or require additional support linked to attendance and progress.
• Lead on the identification of pathways for student intervention to be identified to factor and
external intervention including Highfields and other Alternative Provisions and external providers e.g. Thrive
• To lead on the reduction of punctuality incidents across the school by leadership and
oversight of detentions and interventions Alternative Provision
• Establish an effective working relationship with high quality alternative provisions
• Ensure all service level agreements (SLA) are implemented effectively and with rigor
• Ensure the safeguarding of all pupils at the alternative provisions through robust quality
assurance
• Ensure the curriculum followed is aligned with RVHS expectations and standards
• To audit and ensure the personal development offer of alternative provisions meets statutory
requirements Day-to-day responsibilities
• To undertake daily walkabout duty to identify daily patterns and trends in terms of behaviour
and liaise with year teams where necessary.
• Supervision of behaviour 'hot spot' locations and communication with pastoral team, with a
focus/emphasis on higher-level report card students- to be undertaken through current WA duty.
• Work with the DHT with the setting of a strong classroom and corridor culture, to eradicate
internal truancy and build a robust isolation curriculum.
• To support KS3 and KS4 in the tracking and monitoring of pupils during the exam process in
order to secure positive outcomes through positive conduct during the exam period.
• To support KS3 and KS4 with the transition process into and out of RVHS.
• Develop enrichment opportunities working with AHT of Enrichment and pupil leadership for
KS3 and KS4 to support pupil inclusion
• To lead on the reduction of U-codes and improve punctuality to school across KS3 and KS4
Return from suspension monitoring- reduction of RO
• Work collaboratively on the pre-suspension process to incorporate welfare, OPP and SEN
needs
• Lead on the consistent application of the pre-suspension process to include the issuing of
work, issuing of simplified suspension guidance, parent and student reflection sheet and expectations upon return to school and communication of SLT Link availability.
• Work collaboratively with the Head of Year where necessary to ensure consistent application
of the return to school reintegration process Social and emotional support
• Support in the effective roll out and monitoring of Developmental Help /Behaviour
modification Programmes delivered through motivational group work or one to one personalised support.
• S.E.A.L - to help raise self- esteem and promote emotional self-regulation.
• Solution-focused therapy to help students identify barriers to learning and empower them to
set their own goals to effect change, build independence, resilience and problem-solving skills.
• Mindfulness guided activity sessions to help students manage stress and anxiety and
increase their wellbeing.
• Initiation of contact with other support agencies on behalf of the school, to engage the
support of parents/carers and liaise with all parties on a regular basis. This will include preparing and managing meetings with outside agencies. General Requirements All staff are expected to:
• Work towards and support the academy vision and current objectives outlined in the
Academy Improvement Plan.
• Contribute to the school's programme of extra-curricular activities e.g helping at Open
Evening.
• Support and contribute to the school's responsibility for safeguarding students.
• Work within the school's health and safety policy to ensure a safe working environment for
staff, students and visitors.
• Work within the Trust's School's Equality Objectives to promote equality of opportunity for all
students and staff, both current and prospective.
• Maintain high professional standards of attendance, punctuality, appearance, conduct and
positive, courteous relations with students, parents/carers and colleagues.
• Adhere to policies and circulars.
• To undertake any other duties commensurate with the grading of the post as directed by the
Headteacher. Review This job description is not necessarily a comprehensive definition. It will be reviewed as and when deemed appropriate in line with the needs of the Achieve and Learn Trust. It may be subject to change or modification at any time following consultation. Name of Postholder:____________________________________________


• Have experience of working successfully with
pupils/young people and their families
• Have experience of providing pastoral
support/interventions to pupils
• Have a clear understanding of pastoral and pupil
guidance and support issues in schools.
• Experience of using effective behaviour modification
programmes and strategies
• Be able to establish relationships with pupils and
their families
• Have the ability to organise, motivate and inspire
students., GCSE Level Maths and English (Grade 9-4 or A/C/I Essentialequivalent)Teaching related qualification e.g QTS/HLTA A/C/I Desirablequalification or equivalentTraining in SEBD/SEN A/I Desirable2. ExperienceExperience of working successfully with pupils with A/I EssentialSocial, Emotional and Behavioural DifficultiesExperience of working with pupils/young people and A/I Essentialtheir familiesExperience of resource preparation to support learning A/ I EssentialprogrammesExperience of working in a Community/family setting A/I DesirableExperience of contributing to, implementing and A/I Desirablereporting on personal action plans and EHS's.Evidence of excellent teaching and classroom A/I Desirablemanagement skills3. KnowledgeExcellent communication skills written and verbal with A/I Essentialthe ability to communicate effectively with a wide rangeof audiences including education and careprofessionals, school staff, pupils and their families.Knowledge of record keeping systems A/I Desirable4. Skills & AbilitiesGood literacy and numeracy skills A/I EssentialAbility to develop positive relationships with the target A/I EssentialgroupsAbility to lead and motivate others. A/I EssentialAbility to create and deliver an ambitious vision for A/I EssentialSEMH pupilsAbility to work effectively with colleagues from across A/I Essentialthe curriculumAbility to work on one's own initiative A/I EssentialAbility to maintain complete confidentiality, and act with A/I Essentialsensitivity and discretion at all timesAbility to contribute to whole school improvement A/I Desirable5. Attitude and ApproachSmart, professional appearance. I EssentialPositive and proactive approach to continuous A/I Essentialimprovement.

I am very proud as Acting Headteacher to welcome and introduce you to Reddish Vale High School (RVHS). Ourschool is emerging from a turbulent time of late and has already gone through an exciting period of transition andimprovement. Through values driven leadership, which is underpinned by dedicated teaching and support staff,the school is on an exciting pathway in ensuring that all its learners are enabled in realising their full potential.This is my mission. Here at RVHS, we are dedicated to ensuring our vision to 'Positively Changing Lives -through personal growth academic excellence ' becomes a reality for the entire school community.

High quality, committed staff, provide a positive, disciplined and nurturing environmentthat inspires a passion for learning so that every learner progresses and can thrive. Ourlearners are encouraged to achieve their best personally, academically and socially. Asa result, we are seeing improved levels of academic attainment and progressthroughout the school. High expectations and standards are driven through teamworkand underpinned through the school's core values of; Respect, Aspiration,Determination and Independence.This provides only a brief introduction to our school community and a flavour of ourethos and values.We are experiencing a period of significant growth and investment, allowing us tofurther enhance our school facilities, teaching resources, and staff developmentprograms. As part of our continued growth and commitment to providing the bestpossible education for our students, we are seeking to appoint a number of talentedand motivated individuals to join our dedicated team. Thank you for your interest in Mr Darren Moroney,Reddish Vale High School, the learners, staff and I, look forward to welcoming you. Headteacher Reddish Vale High School, Are you seeking a fantastic opportunity to be part of adynamic pastoral team with a clear vision of 'Positivelychanging lives'. The core purpose of the role is to deliverstrategies, support and interventions that impact onimproving our pupils' educational, behavioural, social andemotional development and ultimately improve their futurelife opportunities.Reddish Vale High School is part of the Achieve and LearnTrust, which expressed simply, the trust is committed topersonal growth and academic excellence for all pupils.At Reddish Vale High School , committed staff provide apositive and nurturing environment that inspires a passionfor learning, so that every pupil progresses and thrives. Ourpupils are encouraged to achieve to their best personally,academically, physically and socially.,
• An engaging, creative and welcoming The successful candidate will be expected to
environment. take up the appointment as soon as possible
• Holiday entitlement of 26 days, plus Bank The position will be based at Reddish Vale
Holidays, increasing to 31 days after five High School, Stockport. years of service.
• The post is based on 36.25 hours per week.
• Membership of Greater Manchester The post is a salaried position and overtime is
Pension Scheme, with excellent employer not paid unless due to exceptional contributions. circumstances.
• Free on-site parking. All our schools operate a no-smoking policy on
• On-site canteen facilities. the whole of its sites.
• Staff room with free refreshments.
• Employee Assistance Programme.
• Occupational Health and Counselling
services available.
• Supported by a talented, highly motivated,
committed and professional team of colleagues.
• Active and supportive Governing Bodies
and Senior Leadership Teams.
• CPD opportunities for all staff.
• A great place to work.