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Senior Leader for Pastoral - Non-Teaching

The Queen Katherine School · Kendal · Westmorland and Furness

Job description

  • Hours of work: 37 hours per week
  • Working pattern: Monday to Friday
  • Term weeks: 38 + 2 weeks school closure (40 working weeks per year), minimum paid weeks- 45.797
  • Salary: Values stated are full time equivalent (FTE) and will be subject to pro rata dependent on the grade agreed and any recognised continuous service (minimum starting pro rata value would be £33,568). Please see the attached guide for further information about term time salaries.

The Queen Katherine School is part of the Cumbria Education Trust. The CET is a growing multi-academy trust based in Cumbria, and is committed to creating outstanding, innovative and inspiring learning environments for our schools and communities. The successful candidate will be joining CET at an exciting time as we continue to build on our successes and move forward to our continuing journey of ‘Good to Great’. This is an excellent opportunity to join The Queen Katherine School.

We are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic Senior Pastoral Lead to ensure inclusion, behaviour and attendance are coherent and high-quality across the school. The postholder will also provide strategic leadership of student recruitment and transition from Years 6 to 7.

What we are looking for:

Level 2 qualifications in English and Mathematics, higher level would be desirable.

Evidence of ongoing professional development related to safeguarding, inclusion, behaviour, SEND or leadership.

Experience in pastoral leadership, behaviour, safeguarding or SEND.

Experience leading teams and improving outcomes for students.

Knowledge of safeguarding legislation.

Understanding of the SEND Code of Practice and inclusive teaching.

Knowledge of behaviour management, restorative and trauma-informed approaches.

Strong analytical skills for behaviour, attendance and safeguarding data.

Excellent communication, interpersonal and leadership skills.

Strong understanding of staff development and adult learning.

Commitment to equity, diversity and student wellbeing.

Ability to inspire confidence and build strong relationships.

What we offer:

A welcoming and supportive school community

Well-resourced departments with a collaborative ethos

A stunning location with easy access to the Lake District and excellent transport links.

If you have the qualities required, along with the passion and aspirations to contribute to the success of The Queen Katherine School, then we would welcome an application from you, press the 'Apply' button now!

Cumbria Education Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare and safety of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Enhanced DBS disclosure and Barred List checks are required for this post. You should not apply if you are on the Children’s Barred List. In line with Keeping Children Safe in Education, online searches are carried out on successful candidates.

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About this school

The Queen Katherine School

Academy converter · Secondary · Ages 11–19

Good
Pupils
917
Avg teacher salary
£54,988
Pupil:teacher ratio
18.1:1
Academy trust
CUMBRIA EDUCATION TRUST

Average (mean) teacher salary · DfE School Workforce Census 2024/25

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Ofsted rating key

OutstandingGoodRequires ImprovementInadequateNot rated

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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Kendal, Westmorland and Furness, LA9 6PJ

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Salary
£38,220.00 - £44,075.00 Annually (FTE) Grade 11 to 13 (dependent upon experience)
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full time
Posted
13 July 2026
Closing date
6 September 2026

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