Pastoral Lead and DSL

Pastoral Lead and Designated Safeguarding Lead Salary: 15.37 - 16.78 per hour Hours:40 hours per week 12 month FTC Location: Central Derby Driving license is required CareEd Recruitment is seeking a Pastoral Lead and Designated Safeguarding Lead (FTC) on a 12-month fixed-term contract to play a key role in supporting the safety, welfare, personal development and engagement of pupils with ASC and SEMH needs. Do you want a role where relationships, safeguarding and wellbeing are at the heart of everything you do? This is a hands-on, relational leadership role where you will work closely with pupils, staff, families and external professionals to help young people overcome barriers and thrive. The Role You will: Lead on the school''s safeguarding and pastoral culture Provide targeted support around wellbeing, anxiety, self-esteem and resilience Support attendance, punctuality, behaviour and engagement Advise staff on effective ASC and SEMH strategies Oversee Student Support Plans, Risk Assessments and pastoral interventions Support pupils through transitions and prepare them for future pathways Work closely with families, safeguarding teams and external professionals Monitor risk and support the reduction of behaviours that cause concern Deliver or coordinate wellbeing and social skills programmes Support and develop staff to ensure consistent approaches across the school Who We''re Looking For We''re looking for someone who is calm, caring, organised and passionate about ..... full job details .....