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Pastoral Lead – Bury – September 2026

Pay to Scale from Day One | Experienced Local Agency | Ongoing Support
Competitive rates dependent on experience

Choice Teachers are currently working with a well-regarded secondary school in Bury to recruit two Pastoral Leads starting in September 2026.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a supportive and welcoming school in a full-time role with the potential to become permanent for the right candidates. The successful applicants will play a key role in supporting student wellbeing, behaviour and attendance, working closely with the wider pastoral team.

As a trusted local education recruitment agency with over 19 years of experience, we provide dedicated consultant support and access to a wide range of opportunities across Greater Manchester and Lancashire.

The Role

Pastoral Lead (x2 positions available)
September 2026 start
Full-time, 5 days per week
Temp-to-perm opportunity
Providing pastoral support to a designated year group
Working closely alongside the Head of Year
Supporting student wellbeing, behaviour and attendance
Liaising with parents, external agencies and school staff
Assisting with wider pastoral duties across the school
Supportive leadership and pastoral team

The Successful Candidate Will

Have previous experience working with young people
Have experience within education, youth work, mentoring, behaviour support, pastoral support or a similar setting
Be confident managing behaviour and building positive relationships
Be able to work effectively with students, parents and external agencies
Have strong communication and organisational skills
Be committed to supporting students both academically and personally
Previous Teaching Assistant experience would be advantageous

What Choice Teachers Offer

Competitive rates of pay
Monthly PAYE payroll
Competitive rates inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay
Access to long-term and permanent opportunities
Experienced local consultants
Generous refer-a-friend bonus scheme
Pension contributions (subject to qualifying period)
Full compliance with AWR (Agency Workers' Regulations)

Apply Now

If you are an experienced Pastoral Lead, Behaviour Mentor, Teaching Assistant or support professional looking for a rewarding opportunity within a supportive secondary school, we would love to hear from you.

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Choice Teachers is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All applicants will be subject to an enhanced DBS check, satisfactory references and all relevant safer recruitment checks.

This post involves regulated activity with children and applicants must not be barred from working with children