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Developing exceptional pastoral leadership

Pastoral Leadership Programme

Develop the next generation of exceptional pastoral leaders in your school or trust with Trinity MAT’s Pastoral Leadership Programme.

Delivered by expert Trinity educators, this high-impact programme is built on tried and tested approaches that have been successfully embedded across our family of schools. The programme equips staff with the knowledge, practical skills, and confidence to lead outstanding pastoral care – contributing directly to a positive, supportive, and thriving school culture.

Through a rich blend of core and enhanced modules, reflective tasks, and real-world learning opportunities – including visits to high-performing Trinity schools – delegates will explore both the foundations of pastoral leadership and wider leadership principles in context.

Book now to secure places for your staff and invest in sustainable, high-quality pastoral leadership development.

By participating you will:

  • Examine the impact of culture on effective pastoral leadership
  • Evaluate proven attendance strategies to identify those with the greatest impact
  • Deepen understanding of legal responsibilities around suspensions and strategies for long-term reduction
  • Understand the principles of effective pastoral line management
  • Analyse case studies to inform strategic pastoral interventions
  • Explore effective use of Alternative Provision and implement robust quality assurance measures
  • Develop strategies to embed a strong safeguarding culture
  • Use pastoral data to drive behaviour management
  • Review and evaluate school admission appeals, including those from parents/carers
  • Learn techniques for managing challenging conversations with parents, carers, and senior leaders

13 modules over 5 sessions

Programme Overview

2025/26 (Fully Booked)
Key Details
Programme dates

25th September 2025 – 30th June 2026

Sessions

13 expertly designed modules, delivered over 5 sessions

Programme fee

£850.00

Modules
Friday 26th September (full day)

The Importance of Culture

Implementation of Behaviour Policies

Suspensions and Exclusions

Tuesday 14th October (afternoon only)

Effective Pastoral Line Management

Driving Whole School Attendance

Monday 12th January (afternoon only)

Strategic Pastoral Intervention

Alternative Provision

Thursday 23rd April (afternoon only)

Safeguarding

Using BfL Data Effectively

Tuesday 30th June (full day)

The Admissions Process

An Integrated Pastoral Curriculum

Managing Difficult Conversations

High Performing Senior Leaders

2026/27 (Bookings Open)
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Real experiences, real Impact, real results

Stevie Howl

Phase 3 Leader

“This programme has provided a valuable opportunity to explore a wide range of leadership areas through open, honest and reflective conversations. It has enabled me to gain insight into different specialisms beyond my own, including attendance, alternative provision and admissions. Without a doubt, I am leaving the programme with greater knowledge, broader experience and a fresh perspective on how to approach and understand key issues.”

Mark Walsh

Associate Senior Leader

“The Discovery Insights Leadership Programme gave me a powerful understanding of both my own communication style and those of others. It’s helped me become a more adaptable and effective leader by learning to tailor my approach to suit different people and situations. This insight has been transformational for how I lead, connect, and inspire.”