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Senior Pastoral Manager - Internal Exclusion
Oasis Academy Don Valley
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Source date: 11/9/2026
About this role
Make a Difference Every Day At Oasis Academy Don Valley, we believe every young person deserves the opportunity to thrive, regardless of the challenges they face. We are seeking an exceptional Senior Pastoral Manager – Internal Exclusion to play a pivotal role in supporting students to overcome barriers, re-engage with learning, and achieve their full potential. This is a rewarding opportunity for a passionate and resilient professional who is committed to transforming lives through outstanding pastoral care, restorative practice, and meaningful relationships with students and families. The Impact You'll Have Working as part of our dedicated pastoral team, you will lead on internal exclusion provision, detention systems and aspects of alternative provision, ensuring students receive the support, challenge and guidance they need to succeed. You will work closely with students, families, staff and external agencies to promote positive behaviour, strong attendance, excellent wellbeing and successful educational outcomes. No two days are the same. One moment you may be coordinating restorative interventions, the next supporting a vulnerable family, analysing attendance data, or helping a young person navigate a difficult period in their education journey. What You'll Bring We are looking for someone who: • Has experience working with young people and a genuine passion for improving outcomes. • Can build positive relationships with students, families and external partners. • Has excellent communication, organisational and problem solving skills. • Understands safeguarding, behaviour management and attendance improvement strategies. • Can remain calm, resilient and solution-focused in challenging situations. • Believes in inclusion, high expectations and the power of education to transform lives. Why Join Oasis Academy Don Valley? At Oasis Academy Don Valley, you will become part of a values-driven organisation that is committed to inclusion, equality, hope and transformation. As part of Oasis Community Learning, one of the country's largest academy trusts, you'll have access to excellent professional development opportunities, a supportive leadership team and the chance to make a lasting impact on the lives of young people and their communities. Our academy is more than a school. We are a community hub committed to raising aspirations, unlocking potential and ensuring every student can flourish both academically and personally. Join us and help shape brighter futures for the young people of Sheffield.