Pastoral Leader

We are looking for a talented Pastoral Leader to help foster a caring and supportive learning environment for the young people at Madeley School. You will be responsible for a specific year group (average size is 160 students) as well as whole school pastoral support. The successful candidate will be a committed team player with excellent organisational and problem-solving skills. Your experience of pastoral care will place our learners’ welfare at the heart of the school. You will support children in the successful learning and participation in educational activities to help them overcome barriers that are preventing them from achieving their full potential. You will secure their physical and emotional well-being whilst encouraging their independence and raising their self-esteem and in doing so reflect the core values of Madeley School.

This role is designed to appeal to those with ambition, who want to work in a school where things get done and where we are surrounded by can-do staff, fabulous children and extremely supportive families. This post is ideal for someone who enjoys being a prominent figure in children’s lives and has endless patience even when children are not their best self. We seek someone who is both realistic and ambitious for the children of our school.

Why Madeley?

• One of the top-performing schools in Staffordshire - our GCSE results are exceptional, with Maths ranked number 1 in the county and overall Progress 8 scores significantly above the national average.
• Oversubscribed and thriving - Madeley is the number one school of choice in the region, receiving 299 applications for September 2025, with 190 as first-choice preferences.
• An electrifying culture of excellence - students cannot speak highly enough about their school; they are inspired, ambitious, and driven to succeed.
• An expertly crafted and engaging curriculum - our curriculum is described as "ambitious, immersive, and designed to excite and engage pupils", ensuring hands-on, real-world experiences.
• Innovative and forward-thinking leadership - our self-evaluation was described as "pinpoint accurate", our approach to teaching "exemplary", and our relentless drive for success embedded in every decision we make.
• A school that feels like home - students feel safe, valued, and driven to exceed their own expectations, supported by a team that goes above and beyond every single day.

At Madeley, we are proud of our culture of high achievement, collaboration, and continuous improvement. You will be part of a vibrant professional community that values initiative, encourages innovation, and supports your development.

Our recent Ofsted inspection (Feb 2025) was nothing short of phenomenal, with inspectors blown away by the exceptional standards of teaching, leadership, and student achievement.

Take this opportunity to be part of an inspiring journey - where your expertise, passion, and innovation will make a lasting impact!

Shaw Education Trust offer the following employee benefits with your Teaching or Support Staff employment:

• An excellent Local Government Pension Scheme (Support Staff) / Teachers Pension (Teaching Staff)
• Support Staff only based on working full time, all year - Generous holiday entitlement from your first day of employment (37 days holiday rising to 39 days after 5 years’ service including Bank Holidays)
• Access to Medicash Health & Wellbeing Plan: Enjoy health services designed to support your well-being.
• Free DiscountForTeachers Scheme for all staff (Support and Teaching), Exclusive discounts to save money with a wide selection of discounts and exclusive offers from hundreds of the biggest brands.
• Free Eye Tests
• Cycle to work scheme
• Access to our Institute of Education and fantastic opportunities to help you grow, contribute and flourish in your role and in the Trust.

We know our people are the key to our success and so we’re committed to ensuring the employment experience at Shaw Education Trust is a rewarding one.

Actual Salary: £26,170 - £29,374

Working Hours: 37 hours per week, 38 Term time weeks plus 5 Inset Days (39 weeks per year total)