Job Description

The role

We are seeking a skilled, dedicated and compassionate pastoral practitioner to follow a year 7 cohort through a school that holds a caring ethos and strong existing pastoral structure.

The successful candidate will have proven experience working with young people in a pastoral or student support role. They will also have a strong skillset in building positive relationships with families and external support agencies. This role requires someone who is empathetic, proactive, and committed to promoting the wellbeing, development, and success of every student in their care through a holistic approach, while maintaining a clear balance between compassion and firm, consistent boundaries.

The pastoral team at Shenfield High School is central to our vision of learning for life, ensuring every student feels safe, supported, and able to thrive. Working within a strong year group structure, the team takes a holistic approach to student development, recognising the link between wellbeing, behaviour, attendance, and academic success.

Pastoral staff work closely with colleagues, families, and external agencies to provide consistent and targeted support, with safeguarding at the heart of all we do. Balancing a caring, empathetic approach with clear expectations and firm boundaries, the team promotes high aspirations, mutual respect, and a culture where every student is supported and challenged to succeed.

Our School

Shenfield High School is a standalone 11-18 Academy with a comprehensive ethos and commitment to high academic standards supported by a significant investment in pastoral care and wellbeing.

The school is conveniently located close to Shenfield mainline station on the line into London Liverpool Street and home to the eastern terminus of the new cross rail Elizabeth Line. The school's location attracts outer fringe London allowance.

We can offer you:

· Outer Fringe allowance

· A 'Golden Hello' if you are a direct applicant to the school

· GP Access for yourself and dependents

· Continuous CPD programme including NPQs and National College qualifications

· Employee Assistance programme

· Gym and swimming pool access

We can also offer you:

· A chance to work alongside an enthusiastic and dedicated pastoral department

· Supportive onboarding

· An all-inclusive and diverse organisation

· A chance to be part of the school's drive to increase and support student engagement

· Discounted childcare during half-terms

· Free daily breakfast

· Gym and swimming pool access

· On-site parking

Information about the School

Shenfield High School is a flourishing 11-18 Academy on the northern edge of Brentwood. We are popular and expanding and, as a Training School, fully committed to the professional development of all staff.

Please visit our website www.shenfield.essex.sch.uk for more details.