28 Feb Pastoral Year Lead
Job Title: Pastoral Year Lead – Part-time post (Job-share)
Location: Derby Cathedral School
Contract Type: Permanent
Salary: NJC Scale S01 Point 23-25 £33,366 to 35,235 fte (will be reduced pro-rata for part-time / term-time contract)
Hours per week: 15 hours – 2 days (days to be confirmed)
Weeks per year: 39
Start Date: 19th May 2025
Age Range: KS3, KS4 and KS5
NOR: 1260
Job outline
Join our thriving Church of England secondary school in the heart of Derby
Part-time (2 days per week) | Term-time only
Join Our Growing Team at Derby Cathedral School
Are you passionate about supporting young people in their personal and academic development? Do you thrive in a pastoral role, helping students navigate challenges and achieve success? If so, we invite you to apply for the role of Pastoral Year Lead at Derby Cathedral School.
About Us
Derby Cathedral School, part of the Derby Diocesan Academy Trust (DDAT), is the first Church of England Secondary School in the Diocese. Since opening in 2018, we have grown into a thriving learning community, now accommodating over 1,200 students from Years 7 to 13. Our FAITH values—Fellowship, Aspiration, Integrity, Tenacity, and Humility—are at the heart of everything we do.
Located in a state-of-the-art building in Derby city centre, we are committed to providing an outstanding education, nurturing students’ personal growth, and preparing them for their futures.
The Role
As a Pastoral Year Lead, you will play a vital role in supporting students’ well-being and personal development. Working closely with the Head of Year and wider pastoral staff, you will ensure a positive school experience for all students, particularly those facing challenges.
Key Responsibilities:
- Monitoring and supporting student behaviour, attendance, and progress.
- Providing care and guidance to students, including those with SEND, Child Protection concerns, and Looked After Children.
- Building strong relationships with students, parents, and external agencies to foster a supportive environment.
- Promoting the school’s FAITH values and ensuring a positive culture for learning.
- Leading aspects of collective worship and contributing to pastoral interventions.
- Supporting restorative conversations and conflict resolution among students.
What We Offer
- A welcoming and supportive school community.
- A modern, purpose-built campus with excellent facilities.
- Free on-site parking and access to an on-site gym.
- Access to the Westfield Health Employee Assistance Programme.
- Annual flu vaccination.
- Professional development opportunities to enhance your career.
Location
Derby offers a fantastic quality of life, combining the benefits of a vibrant city with proximity to the stunning Peak District National Park. With excellent transport links, including quick access to the M1, it’s an ideal place to work and live.
Safeguarding Commitment
Derby Diocesan Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. We welcome applications from all backgrounds, particularly underrepresented groups. All appointments are subject to satisfactory references, online checks, and enhanced DBS clearance.
Join us in shaping the future of education in Derby—apply today and become part of our success story!
Application information
Key Details
- Start Date: 19th May 2025
- Closing Date for Applications: 14th March 2025
- Application Process: Please complete the DDAT application form and submit it to j.foulkes@derbycathedralschool.org.uk by the closing date.
DDAT welcomes a diverse population of both children and staff and is committed to promoting and developing equality of opportunity in all its functions.
DDAT is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All appointments are subject to satisfactory references, online checks, pre-employment and Disclosure Barring Service checks. The possession of a criminal record will not necessarily prevent an applicant from obtaining this post, as all cases are judged individually according to the nature of the role and information provided.
This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and therefore applicants are required to declare any cautions, convictions, reprimands and final warnings that are not protected (i.e. that are not filtered out) as defined by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended in 2013 and 2020).
