Diector of Pastoral Care

Harton Academy, South Shields, Tyne and Wear, NE34 6DL

11 days remaining to apply

• Start date details

  As soon as possible

• Closing date

  19 June 2026 at 12pm (midday)

• Date listed

  8 June 2026

Job details

• Job role:
  • Pastoral, health and welfare
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Working pattern: Full time: 37 hours a week, Monday to Friday
• Contract type: Permanent
• Full-time equivalent salary: Between £43,784- £48,536

What skills and experience we're looking for

Strong working knowledge of safeguarding and issues of child protection

Effective communication skills

Strong organisational skills

Excellent interpersonal skills, including the ability to relate to others and support students from diverse backgrounds

Experience of working in a team

Experience in line management

Experience in dealing with difficult issues, including resolving conflicts and challenging behaviour

Flexible approach to work

Relevant experience working with young people

What the school offers its staff

A supportive and collaborative working environment where your contributions are valued.

Clear pathways for continued career progression and leadership development.

Dedicated time for continuing professional development, ensuring you remain at the forefront of educational practice.

A comprehensive wellbeing strategy to support your work-life balance.

Access to a healthcare package as part of our commitment to staff welfare

Further information about the job

The candidate will be required to undergo a full enhanced DBS check and must be eligible to work in the UK.

Visas cannot be sponsored.

If you're interested in teaching or training to teach in England as an international citizen, we can help you understand your next steps.

Commitment to safeguarding

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all our staff and volunteers to share our commitment. Successful applicants are required to obtain an Enhanced Certificate of Disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service.

Applying for the job

Apply for the job by following the link below.

CVs will not be accepted for this application.

About Harton Academy

• School type: Academies, Does not apply, ages 11 to 18
• Education phase: Secondary school
• School size: 1672 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 11 to 18
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• School website: Harton Academy website
• Email address: recruitment@hartonacademy.co.uk
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/harton-academy

Harton Academy is a large secondary school situated in the seaside town of South Shields. We have around 1600 students, in key stages 3, 4 and 5.

Arranging a visit to Harton Academy

To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email recruitment@hartonacademy.co.uk.

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