Pastoral Care Deputy

ROLE SUMMARY:

Blue Valley School, established in 1989, is a prestigious private bilingual institution catering for students from Pre-K through to 12th grade. With a vibrant community of around 800 learners, the school offers an enriching blend of Costa Rican and International curricula. At Blue Valley School, we focus on fostering a well-rounded education that not only prioritises academics but also nurtures students’ artistic talents, physical health, and technological skills. As we look forward to welcoming a dedicated Pastoral Care Deputy by July 2025, we invite passionate individuals to join our mission in supporting the holistic development of our students.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Develop, implement, and continuously enhance a comprehensive pastoral care program that effectively addresses the social, emotional, and developmental needs of secondary school students, ensuring inclusivity and accessibility for all.
• Actively support and guide teachers and other educational staff in cultivating a warm, positive, and respectful school culture where all students feel valued and safe.
• Establish and uphold clear policies and procedures governing student behaviour, wellbeing, and safeguarding, ensuring that all practices comply with school standards and local regulations.
• Collaborate with families and the wider community to promote open communication, fostering strong and supportive relationships that encourage student success and wellbeing.
• Lead initiatives to facilitate student-parent meetings, including pastoral conferences and personalised interventions tailored to addressing individual student needs.
• Regularly monitor student wellbeing indicators, utilising data to assess and improve the effectiveness of pastoral initiatives, thus ensuring the continual advancement of student support strategies.
• Participate in professional development activities to stay current with best practices in pastoral care and student support, while sharing knowledge and expertise with colleagues.

THE IDEAL CANDIDATE WILL HAVE:

• A relevant university degree in Psychology or a related field that aligns with student wellbeing and development initiatives.
• Possession of a certified professional qualification in guidance, counselling, or a related area.
• At least 2 years of proven experience in a pastoral or student support role within a secondary school environment.
• Demonstrated leadership and management capabilities, particularly in coordinating student welfare programs or behaviour support systems.
• Exceptional communication, interpersonal, and organisational skills, with a strong ability to foster positive relationships among students, staff, and families.

SAFEGUARDING STATEMENT

Inspired Education Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff, volunteers and other third parties to share this commitment. Safer recruitment practices and pre-employment background checks will be undertaken before any appointment is confirmed.