Pastoral Leader
Richard Whittington Primary School · Bishop's Stortford · Hertfordshire
Job description
Aspire - Question & Reflect - Respect & Care - Collaborate
At Richard Whittington Primary School, we are seeking to appoint a passionate, dedicated and highly motivated Pastoral Leader to join our team.
The successful candidate will play a key role in ensuring that all pupils are safe, supported and able to thrive both academically and personally. They will lead the school's pastoral provision, working closely with pupils, families, staff and external agencies to remove barriers to learning and improve outcomes for children.
The role has a strong focus on attendance, behaviour, wellbeing and family support, ensuring that vulnerable pupils receive the right support at the right time.
For candidates with appropriate experience, there may be opportunities to undertake additional safeguarding leadership responsibilities, including acting as Deputy Designated Safeguarding Lead (DDSL) or Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL).
At Richard Whittington Primary School, we believe that every child has the right to access a high-quality education and achieve their full potential. Our children deserve the very best provision, and we are committed to ensuring they receive the support and opportunities they need to succeed.
Working Days
- Monday to Friday 8.30am - 3.30pm
We can offer:
- Friendly, supportive and dedicated colleagues
- An exciting and rewarding place to work
- Opportunities for professional development, training and career progression
- A strong commitment to high standards
- A collaborative ethos where we strive to be the best we can be
- Hardworking and committed staff, alongside a supportive parent community and governing body
We warmly welcome visits to the school and would encourage prospective candidates to contact us to discuss the role and arrange a tour.
Richard Whittington Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. We expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This appointment is subject to safer recruitment procedures, including an enhanced DBS check, satisfactory references, medical clearance and all other relevant pre-employment checks.
Applications are handled on Teaching Vacancies (GOV.UK).
About this school
Richard Whittington Primary School
Academy converter · Primary · Ages 3–11
- Pupils
- 288
- Avg teacher salary
- £47,191
- Pupil:teacher ratio
- 18.1:1
- Academy trust
- IVY LEARNING TRUST
Average (mean) teacher salary · DfE School Workforce Census 2024/25
View full school profileOfsted rating key
Not rated= no current Ofsted judgement — typically a new school, a recently-converted academy not yet inspected, or a school type Ofsted doesn’t grade.
Location
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Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire, CM23 3NP
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- Permanent
- Working pattern
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- Posted
- 5 June 2026
- Closing date
- 21 June 2026
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