In the context of Ofsted’s 2025 framework, pastoral leadership is no longer viewed as a supportive function—it is a strategic driver of pupil development, inclusion and well being.

This INSET course is designed for Heads of Year, Key Stage Leaders, and pastoral teams who want to lead with clarity, compassion, and measurable impact.

Through practical tools, leadership strategies, and inspection-ready planning, this course helps pastoral leaders align their work with the new expectations around personal development, school culture, and learner inclusion. Whether you’re new to the role or looking to refine your approach, this training will help you lead confidently and effectively.

What does this course cover?

Building Strategic Pastoral Leadership

• Develop a leadership portfolio grounded in transformational and relational leadership models.
• Understand how pastoral leadership contributes to school improvement, learner outcomes, and inspection readiness.
• Build systems that are sustainable, inclusive, and impact-driven.

Demonstrating Impact

• Use data, pupil voice, and case studies to evidence the impact of pastoral interventions.
• Align pastoral work with Ofsted’s evaluation areas: Inclusion, Personal Development, and Safeguarding.
• Plan and review a pastoral curriculum that supports emotional literacy, resilience, and citizenship.

Practical Tools for Leading Your Year Group

• Lead tutor teams with confidence and clarity.
• Manage workload and staff wellbeing without compromising pupil support.
• Develop communication strategies for working with parents, carers, and external agencies.

Serving Your School Community

• Audit your school’s pastoral culture and identify areas for improvement.
• Embed equality, diversity, and inclusion into pastoral systems and policies.
• Respond effectively to common challenges such as attendance, behaviour, and mental health.

Who is this INSET for?

• Heads of Year / House / Key Stage
• Pastoral and Wellbeing Leads
• Mental Health and Inclusion Coordinators
• PSHE Leads and Safeguarding Officers.

Presenter Profile

Dr Jo Trevenna has over 20 years' experience of educational leadership from early years to post-graduate level. Her ongoing academic interests centre on Leadership and EDI.

Feedback from this course

I feel particularly inspired. Unlike many courses, this felt achievable.
Alison Tanner, Year 5/6 Teacher, Cameley Primary School

Cost: £150 per delegate; £50 each for subsequent delegates from same school

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