Pastoral lead, Deputy Safeguarding officer and Attendance officer

Calverley Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School, Calverley, West Yorkshire, LS28 5NF

14 days remaining to apply

• Job start date

  1 September 2026

• Closing date

  10 July 2026 at 9am

• Date listed

  26 June 2026

Job details

• Job role:
  • Pastoral, health and welfare
  • Other support roles
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Working pattern: Part time: 26 hours per week, term-time only
• Contract type: Fixed term - 12 months
• Pay scale: S01

What skills and experience we're looking for

Essential Skills

Professional Knowledge

• Strong understanding of safeguarding and child protection procedures.
• Knowledge of attendance legislation and best practice.
• Understanding of child development, behaviour, and emotional wellbeing.
• Experience working with vulnerable pupils and those with SEMH needs. Communication
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to build trusting relationships with pupils, families, and staff.
• Skilled in managing sensitive and challenging conversations professionally.
• High level of confidentiality and discretion.
• Communicate with external agencies and other professionals.

Organisational Skills

• Ability to manage multiple priorities and cases effectively.
• Strong record-keeping and attention to detail.
• Ability to analyse data (particularly attendance) and respond strategically.

Leadership and Initiative

• Ability to lead and develop pastoral and attendance strategies.
• Confident decision-making, particularly in safeguarding matters.
• Ability to support and guide colleagues.

Personal Attributes

• Empathetic, patient, and resilient.
• Calm under pressure and solution-focused.
• Strong commitment to inclusion, equality, and pupil wellbeing.
• Professional integrity and reliability.

Additional – E =essential D = desirable

• DSL training or willingness to undertake it. E
• Experience in a pastoral, safeguarding, or attendance leadership role. D
• Experience working with external agencies. D
• Knowledge of school MIS systems (e.g., Arbor). D
• Team leadership or line management experience. D
• Willingness to work hours when needed which may at times be outside of regular school day. D
• Ability to manage own workload. E
• An awareness of Leeds Practice model and an understanding of trauma informed practice. D

What the school offers its staff

Pastoral lead, Deputy Safeguarding officer and Attendance officer Vacancy

The role supports a positive school culture where children feel safe, valued, and ready to learn, while addressing barriers to attendance, behaviour, and emotional wellbeing.

Start Date: September 2026

Salary: 26 hours per week , Term time only , SO1 Points 23 – 25 (Actual Salary £20368 - £21450)

Contract Type: Temporary – 12 months( 26 hours per week , Term time only)

Location: Calverley CE (VA) Primary School

Are you looking for a warm, forward‑thinking school where children are happy,kind and keen to learn?

Do you want to working beautiful grounds alongside a supportive and experienced team?

Are you passionate about nurturing independence, confidence and wellbeing in young children?

Would you love to work in a school where relationships, care and joy in learning come first?

We are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic and nurturing Pastoral Lead to join our warm and welcoming school community at Calverley CE Primary School.

Set within wonderful, spacious school grounds, our curriculum enables children to learn through exploration, play and meaningful outdoor experiences. You will be joining a supportive, settled and highly experienced staff team, where collaboration, professional dialogue and shared success are valued.

Our Senior Leadership Team is approachable visible and committed to developing high-quality teaching practice, offering ongoing support and opportunities for professional growth. Staff wellbeing is a genuine priority, with a strong focus on work–life balance, individual care and a positive, inclusive school culture.

Our children are kind,considerate and proud of their school. They behave exceptionally well and thrive in an environment where relationships are strong and every child is known and valued as an individual.

This is an exciting opportunity for a pastoral lead who is committed to providing the very best start to children’s learning journey.

We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Pastoral Lead to join our team, playing a pivotal role in supporting the wellbeing, personal development, and achievement of our pupils.

Working closely alongside staff, pupils, and parents/carers, the successful candidate will ensure that every child feels supported, safe, and empowered to succeed.

At the heart of this role is a strong commitment to ensuring every pupil achieves their full potential through targeted support and timely intervention. This will be achieved primarily through close collaboration with class teachers and the SENDCo to identify needs, plan provision, and monitor impact.

Under the direction of the Headteacher, the Pastoral Lead will contribute to all aspects of pupils’ wellbeing and achievement, fostering a positive and inclusive school culture where every child can thrive.

The successful candidate will be:

• IT literate and confident using digital systems, including CPOMS
• Highly organised with excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children
• In possession of a full UK driving licence

This is a rewarding opportunity for a proactive and empathetic professional who is passionate about making a meaningful difference in the lives of young people.

This role combines pastoral leadership, children protection and safeguarding responsibility, attendance improvement, and pupil support during unstructured times, making it central to ensuring pupils are safe, supported, and able to succeed.

Viewings of the school are encouraged.

Please call or email the school office to arrange a tour of school.

Tel: 0113 2575127 or emailOffice@calverleyce.co.uk

Please find details of the job vacancy, application form and other documentation on the school website: https://www.calverleycofeprimaryschool.org.uk/vacancies

Please return all completed applications via email toSBM@calverleyce.co.uk.

Closing date: 10th July 2026 at 9am

Short listing: 10th July 2026

Interview date: week beginning 13th July 2026

Safeguarding Statement

This school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All appointments are subject to an enhanced DBS check, satisfactory references, and pre-employment checks in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education guidance.

If selected for interview, information regarding criminal history and an on-line search will be conducted.  This includes only information publicly available on-line.  We promote equality, diversity and inclusion and want a workforce which reflects the population of Leeds.   This role is based in the UK. Employment is conditional on confirmation of the right to work in the UK - either as a UK or Irish citizen, under the EU Settlement scheme or having secured any other relevant work visa. If you do not have the right to work in the UK and the role does not meet eligibility for sponsorship, please consider carefully whether you meet the eligibility to apply. Schools policy statement on the recruitment of ex-offenders | Leeds Jobs

http://jobs.leeds.gov.uk/schools-policy-statement-recruitment-ex-offenders

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

Please refer to school website: https://www.calverleycofeprimaryschool.org.uk/vacancies

Applying for the job

Apply for the job by following the link below.

CVs will not be accepted for this application.

About Calverley Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School

• School type: Local authority maintained school, Church of England, ages 4 to 11
• Education phase: Primary school
• School size: 379 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 4 to 11
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• School website: Calverley Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School website
• Email address: hanna.ch@calverleyce.co.uk
• Phone number: 0113 257 5127
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/calverley-church-of-england-voluntary-aided-primary-school

Would you like to work at Calverley CE Primary School? Join Our Friendly Village School – Where Learning Blossoms in the Heart of the Community Are you looking for the next step in your teaching journey in a school where community, care and a love of learning come together? We are a thriving village primary school with an amazing learning environment, with stunning grounds and a welcoming, family feel at the heart of everything we do. Our school sits proudly at the centre of the village and is supported by an engaged parent body, a dedicated and approachable governing team, and children who are bright, curious, and a joy to teach. This is a place where every child is known, valued, and encouraged to flourish.

Arranging a visit to Calverley Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School

To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email hanna.ch@calverleyce.co.uk.

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