Pastoral Wellbeing Lead
Job Introduction
Are you passionate about helping young people reach their full potential? Doucecroft School, part of Autism Anglia, is looking for a Pastoral Wellbeing Lead to join our friendly and dedicated team.
As a member of the Senior Leadership Team (SLT), the postholder will develop a whole-school approach to mental health, behaviour, attendance, and inclusion, ensuring that all pupils—particularly those with complex needs—are supported to thrive.
Find out more about our school here: Doucecroft School
Location
Doucecroft School, Eight Ash Green, Colchester, CO6
Salary
Competitive salary based on experience, per annum (term-time only, plus additional training days)
Hours
38.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday, 39 weeks per year (term time only) plus 3 training days during school holidays
What the role involves
- Lead wellbeing and pastoral strategy, contributing to whole-school improvement as part of SLT and using data to inform decisions.
- Ensure safeguarding compliance (KCSIE) and act as Deputy DSL/DSL, embedding robust child protection processes.
- Oversee safeguarding practices and liaise effectively with external agencies (e.g. social care, CAMHS, local authority).
- Drive pupil wellbeing and behaviour, including trauma-informed and autism-informed approaches, attendance, and engagement strategies.
- Lead and develop staff, including line management of pastoral teams and delivery of training on safeguarding, wellbeing, and behaviour.
- Coordinate multi-agency support, representing the organisation in professional meetings and managing external partnerships.
What we’re looking for
- Degree-level qualification
- Relevant safeguarding training (DSL or willingness to complete)
- Significant experience working with children/young people with SEN and/or complex needs
- Experience in a pastoral, safeguarding, or wellbeing leadership role
- UK Manual Driving License highly desirable
Most importantly, we’re looking for someone with patience, enthusiasm, and a genuine passion for supporting young people.
Benefits & Support
At Doucecroft, we know our staff are at the heart of everything we do, so we make sure you’re supported too. We provide:
- Staff wellbeing programmes and mental health support
- Free counselling service
- Comprehensive training and supervision
- Free on-site parking
- Exclusive discounts with major retailers, restaurants & more via the Blue Light Card
- A supportive and accessible leadership team, always available for guidance and assistance
- 24/7 access to a GP
- Bereavement counselling
- Probate helpline
- Staff dental support
- Life cover
- Independent financial advice
Commitment to Diversity
We are committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone feels valued. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, identities, and experiences.
How to apply
If you’re looking for a role where you can use your skills to change lives, we’d love to hear from you. Apply today by clicking the link below, and a member of our recruitment team will be in touch.
Doucecroft is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all learners, and we expect all staff to share this commitment. This role is subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, registration with the DBS Update Service, and other relevant checks, including verbal verification of references.
We welcome applications from all individuals who meet the requirements of the role and may wish to request flexible working or reasonable adjustments.
Please note: unfortunately, we are unable to offer sponsorship. Candidates must already have the right to work in the UK.