Lewisham Schools
Pastoral
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Pastoral Manager
Sydenham School is seeking to recruit a well-qualified, experienced, and forward-thinking Pastoral Manager to join our Inclusion team. You will have experience of working with young people and have the skills to liaise with all stakeholders. This role requires the use of diplomacy and tact at all times. You must be an excellent communicator, both orally and in writing, and have exceptional administrative and organizational skills.
The successful candidate will demonstrate:
- Support the Heads of Years in managing assigned Year Groups and thereby enabling all students to achieve their fullest potential.
- Provide a strong positive role model to students, help maintain a positive culture and ethos, including keeping students focused on the importance of their education.
- Taking responsibility for dealing with incidents of poor behavior in the first instance, using restorative approaches whenever appropriate and/or recommending further action.
- Forge strong positive relationships with families, ensuring high levels of parental engagement to support student outcomes.
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We believe that all of our students are capable of performing highly. Sydenham School can offer you a professional challenge and a rewarding opportunity, working with a collaborative Leadership Team that is passionate about the achievement and progress of every student in all areas.
Application Details
If you are interested in an opportunity to build on established success, an application pack can be downloaded from our website at: https://www.sydenham.lewisham.sch.uk/about/vacancies
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Alternatively, further details can be obtained from our HR Department: 0208 699 6731 ext 424
Closing Date
The closing date for applications is 9.00am on Thursday 24th September 2026. Interviews date to be confirmed.
Important Note
PREVIOUS APPLICANTS NEED NOT APPLY. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.
The school is committed to the promotion of equal opportunities and diversity. We have a clear commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. The successful applicant will be required to complete an Enhanced Disclosure for the Disclosure and Barring Service.
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