Pastoral and Safeguarding Leader

Overview

Are you passionate about improving outcomes for children and families? Do you have the skills, resilience and determination to help remove barriers to learning and ensure that every child feels safe, supported and able to thrive?

We are seeking an exceptional Pastoral and Safeguarding Leader to join our dedicated team. This is a pivotal role within our school, leading on safeguarding, attendance, pupil welfare , behaviour support and family engagement. Working closely with senior leaders, staff, families and external agencies, you will be instrumental in ensuring that our most vulnerable pupils receive the support they need to succeed.

Personal attributes

The successful candidate will:
● Have substantial experience of safeguarding and child protection, ideally as a DSL or Deputy DSL.
● Be passionate about championing the welfare and wellbeing of children and families. ● Have experience of supporting children whose behaviour may present as a barrier to learning, helping them to develop positive relationships, emotional regulation and engagement in school.
● Have experience of working effectively with multi-agency partners.
● Be confident in supporting and challenging families to improve attendance and engagement.
● Have excellent communication, organisation and record-keeping skills.
● Be able to lead and support colleagues in safeguarding, pastoral care and inclusion.
● Demonstrate resilience, professionalism and a commitment to securing the very best outcomes for children.

In return, we offer:
● A welcoming and supportive team.
● Children who are enthusiastic and full of potential.
● Strong professional development opportunities.
● The opportunity to make a lasting difference to the lives of children and families.
● A school community that places safeguarding, inclusion and belonging at the heart of everything we do.
At Newlands, safeguarding is everyone's responsibility. The successful applicant will be subject to an enhanced DBS check, online searches and all pre-employment checks in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education.

Salary & Benefits

Grade 9 - £35,244 - £38,931 p.a.

(Plus excellent pension and benefits)

Location

Newlands Primary School
38 Windermere Avenue
Southampton
Hampshire
SO16 9GF

Deadline and how to apply

Informal enquiries and visits to the school are encouraged and warmly welcomed. Please contact us for an appointment to look around via businessmanager@newlandsprimary.co.uk

Closing date: 13th November 2026
Interview date: 19th November 2026

All applications must be sent to businessmanager@newlandsprimary.co.uk using the Southampton City Application Form, and are to be received by 12 noon on the closing date to be considered.

Safeguarding 

Our Trust and its schools are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This role requires an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Check.

Job reference: NPS1026(2)