Line manage the two Heads of Year, ensuring consistent practices and effective communication with families
Oversee behaviour management systems, embedding restorative approaches that promote respect, responsibility, and inclusion
Drive improvements in attendance and engagement, working closely with the Wellbeing team and Senior Leadership
Develop and deliver elements of the PSHE curriculum, sourcing external contributors and ensuring content meets national guidance and student need
Provide visible leadership across the campus, supporting staff, students, and families in building strong relationships
Collaborate with external agencies, counsellors, and professionals to provide holistic support for learners
Act as Designated Teacher for children looked after, and contribute to safeguarding and inclusion practices
Lead on pastoral training for staff and model best practice in emotional literacy, resilience, and wellbeing support

Proven experience in a pastoral leadership role, ideally within a SEMH/SEND or secondary school setting
Understands the challenges faced by learners who have not thrived in mainstream education
Brings excellent leadership and line management skills, with the ability to inspire, guide and support others
Strong knowledge of safeguarding, behaviour management and student wellbeing strategies
Demonstrates empathy, resilience, patience and the ability to remain calm in challenging situations
Can collaborate effectively with staff, students, parents, and external agencies
Holds relevant qualifications (teaching, HLTA or pastoral/education leadership) and a commitment to ongoing CPD

SGS Create provides a specialised, school-like environment within a college setting, offering a nurturing and inclusive space for students who have found mainstream education challenging. Many of our learners are neurodiverse, have experienced prolonged disengagement, or are seeking a more personalised and flexible approach to learning. Our balanced curriculum includes core academic GCSEs-such as English Language, Maths, and Double Science-alongside vocational pathways tailored to student interests, all supported by small class sizes and a high staff-to-student ratio.

Opportunity to make a positive impact within the community and on learners' lives
Competitive Pension Scheme
Generous Annual leave entitlement - 25 days corporate and support functions, increasing to 30 days after 5 academic years' service (Full-Time Equivalent).
Extensive professional development with ongoing support for your personal & professional development, including 25% tuition discount for immediate family of SGS employees.
Family friendly policies and a proven commitment to supporting flexible working practices
Access to 'My Lifestyle' discounted shopping benefits, cycle to work scheme and a Technology Salary Sacrifice Scheme
Free Annual Eye test
All staff members can buy a TOTUM card (formerly known as NUS Extra cards), as part of being an affiliate member of the Students' Union
Staff have access and supported to be part of inclusive or sustainable staff networks and communities
Free car parking at all campuses (Except Queens Road Art School)
Access to a wide variety of external health and wellbeing resources
Subsidised onsite catering services including Costa Coffee

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