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.
📧 charley@choiceteachers.com
📞 0161 388 7870
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.
