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Therapeutic Pastoral Lead

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  • Job
    Full-time
    Mid & Senior Level
  • Chelmsford

Requirements

  • - Calming and sensitive at times of potential dysregulation
  • - Experienced in de-escalation
  • - Working and practical knowledge of key theories and frameworks of interventions
  • - Ability to emotionally support children
  • - Capacity and skills to work at a leadership level
  • - Promote and enable all education staff to understand the Assessing and Healing Childhood Trauma (AHCT) approach
  • - Run meaningful intervention groups with young people
  • - Role model application of therapeutic interactions and best practice

Responsibilities

  • The Successful Candidate Will Be Responsible For
  • The pastoral, SMSC, Socio-Emotional resilience and personal development of students.
  • Assessment, monitoring, reporting upon, and supporting the overall holistic progress and personal development of students.
  • Ensuring that safeguarding is paramount and safeguarding policies are adhered to.
  • Contributing to the annual School Improvement Plan and School Evaluation Form
  • Maintaining knowledge of, and taking shared responsibility for, the SMSC and Personal Development elements of the Independent School Standards and the Ofsted Inspection framework, working to promote these on a day to day basis.

FAQs

What is the primary role of the Therapeutic Pastoral Lead?

The primary role of the Therapeutic Pastoral Lead is to embody, lead, and facilitate a healing approach to supporting and modifying challenging behavior within the therapeutic school environment.

What type of training will I receive as a Therapeutic Pastoral Lead?

The successful applicant will receive Continued Professional Development training (CPD) in the Assessing and Healing Childhood Trauma (AHCT) approach.

What are the key responsibilities of the Therapeutic Pastoral Lead?

Key responsibilities include supporting the pastoral and personal development of students, assessing and monitoring their progress, ensuring adherence to safeguarding policies, and contributing to the School Improvement Plan.

What kind of support is provided for professional development?

Staff receive ongoing free training and therapeutic workshops that contribute to high levels of CPD hours and opportunities for career progression within the expanding Therapeutic Services team.

How does the school support the well-being of its staff?

Staff have access to confidential therapeutic wellbeing sessions within the Therapeutic Services team, as well as peer group supervision for therapeutic and clinical support.

What are the leave policies for this role?

The position offers 8 weeks of annual leave.

Is there recognition for long service?

Yes, there are Length of Service bonuses of 200 for 2 years, 400 for 5 years, and 600 for 10 years, as well as an additional special recognition award of up to 500 for outstanding practice.

Will I be part of a team focused on inclusion?

Yes, the role includes membership in GRACE, a group committed to equality, which engages in reflective weekly meetings.

What are the benefits related to health and wellbeing appointments?

Employees can receive cashback for various medical and wellbeing appointments and treatments through the Medicash program.

How often do engagement conferences occur?

There are two engagement conferences per year with the national Therapeutic Services team to enhance theoretical knowledge and foster a sense of belonging.

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Education
Industry
51-200
Employees
2000
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

Prospero Teaching is a UK-based education recruitment agency that specialises in placing teachers, teaching assistants, and other educational staff in schools across the UK and internationally. Their mission is to provide high-quality staff to schools, ensuring that students receive the best possible education. Prospero Teaching is committed to supporting both educators and schools by offering personalised recruitment services, training, and career development opportunities to enhance the education sector.

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