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Pastoral Leader (non-teaching)
Start date: September 2026
Salary Point 17-21 (Fringe Allowance and Pro-rata) Actual Salary £27,460 - £29,276
37 hours per week/term time only
At King Harold Academy, we are unapologetically ambitious for every single pupil.
We are looking for a visible, values-driven Pastoral Leader to take ownership of a year group and play a key role in driving standards, supporting pupils and removing barriers to success.
This is not a desk-based role.
This is a frontline leadership role built on presence, relationships and high expectations.
Our expectations of pupils and staff at King Harold are extremely high - because we care about getting the very best for children. We live by a clear set of values that drive everything we do:
o Kindness
o Hard Work
o Ambition
As a Pastoral Leader you will:
● Lead the pastoral care of a designated year group
● Drive improvements in attendance, behaviour and wellbeing
● Provide targeted mentoring for vulnerable and disadvantaged pupils
● Take on key pastoral responsibilities that traditionally sat within tutor roles
● Work closely with Heads of Year and senior leaders
● Be highly visible across the school day, especially at key transition points
● Undertake duties including RL and Encore
● Ensure that barriers to learning are identified and removed quickly
The successful candidate will have/be:
● Lives and breathes our values of Kindness, Hard Work and Ambition
● Has relentlessly high expectations of pupils
● Builds strong, respectful relationships with young people
● Is calm, resilient and solution-focused under pressure
● Thrives on being visible and present around the school
● Has a genuine commitment to supporting vulnerable pupils to succeed
Why King Harold Academy?
● A school with a clear vision and rising outcomes
● A strong culture built on routines, consistency and high expectations
● A team that is committed, supportive and ambitious
● The opportunity to make a real, daily difference to pupils' lives
King Harold Academy also benefits from being part of the Kemnal Academies Trust (TKAT).
As an employee of TKAT you will benefit from:
● A wide variety of opportunities for professional development, including the potential to develop your career at more than one TKAT academy;
● Opportunities to work flexibly, where possible;
● Our support for your wellbeing at work; and
● The rewards of working to improve the life chances of our pupils.
Application packs can be downloaded from our website www.kha-tkat.org. Completed application forms should be sent or emailed to Mrs Campbell at michaela.campbell@kha-tkat.org.
If you would like to arrange an informal conversation with the Headteacher prior to application, please contact Mrs Campbell.
Please note that CVs will not be accepted unless accompanied by a fully completed application form.
Health and Safety
King Harold follows the TKAT, Essex and Government guidelines in order to protect students, staff and visitors to the school.
Safeguarding
TKAT is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Offers of employment will be subject to the full Safer Recruitment process, including an enhanced disclosure and barring service check.
Equal Opportunities
TKAT is committed to equality of opportunity. We welcome applications from all suitable candidates, regardless of any protected characteristic for example race, gender, sexual orientation, disability or age. All applications are treated on merit. This includes applications from individuals wishing to work full time, part time or on a flexible basis.
Closing date: 26th June 2026
Interviews: 26th June 2026
King Harold Academy is committed to the protection and safety of its students and the successful candidate will be subject to DBS, Bared List and two reference checks as part of the School's Safeguarding Procedures. The ability to converse at ease with members of the public and provide advice in accurate spoken English is essential for the post in accordance with the Immigration Act 2016.
Information about the School
King Harold is a vibrant 11-16 mixed comprehensive school where each student is valued. The school is part of the Kemnal Academies Trust (TKAT), whose aims are to raise achievement and establish best teaching practices as an “Accredited Schools Group”.