Pastoral Lead and DSL

Pastoral Lead and Designated Safeguarding Lead * Salary:£15.37 - £16.78 per hour * Hours:40 hours per week 12 month FTC * Location: Central Derby * Driving license is required CareEd Recruitment is seeking a Pastoral Lead & Designated Safeguarding Lead (FTC) on a 12-month fixed-term contract to play a key role in supporting the safety, welfare, personal development and engagement of pupils with ASC and SEMH needs. Do you want a role where relationships, safeguarding and wellbeing are at the heart of everything you do? This is a hands-on, relational leadership role where you will work closely with pupils, staff, families and external professionals to help young people overcome barriers and thrive. The Role You will: * Lead on the school's safeguarding and pastoral culture * Provide targeted support around wellbeing, anxiety, self-esteem and resilience * Support attendance, punctuality, behaviour and engagement * Advise staff on effective ASC and SEMH strategies * Oversee Student Support Plans, Risk Assessments and pastoral interventions * Support pupils through transitions and prepare them for future pathways * Work closely with families, safeguarding teams and external professionals * Monitor risk and support the reduction of behaviours that cause concern * Deliver or coordinate wellbeing and social skills programmes * Support and develop staff to en...