Written by a leading expert in the field of inclusion, Leading on Pastoral Care assists leaders and SENCOs in primary and secondary schools in managing the most difficult aspects of providing effective pastoral care, such as paperwork, time, confrontational parents and Ofsted. 'Sobel writes in an engaging style that reflects his commitment to supporting schools in developing effective strategies to deal with emotional trauma and complex needs.... This is an excellent book.' SEN Magazine Drawing on research and his extensive experience in leading a team that has worked with over 1,000 schools, Daniel Sobel presents tried-and-tested strategies, tools and tips to support the welfare of and improve outcomes for the most challenged and vulnerable students, all backed by case studies and real-life examples. Pastoral care - being responsible for the welfare and progress of all students, particularly the most vulnerable - is an essential part of any leadership or SENCO role. However, one of the most significant challenges in providing such care is being able to manage resources as well as staff, students, parents and external agencies, especially when time and money are scarce. It is all too easy for schools to expend time and money to support their most vulnerable students, but there are many solutions that can be put into practice to provide the best pastoral care as efficiently and effectively as possible. This book is essential reading for all primary and secondary middle leaders, senior leaders and SENCOs who wish to provide the best support possible for their most vulnerable students, all while reducing pressure, stress and workload for themselves and their staff.

Written by a leading expert in the field of inclusion, this book assists leaders and SENCOs in primary and secondary schools in managing the most challenging aspects of providing effective pastoral care. This book is essential reading for all middle leaders, senior leaders and SENCOs who wish to provide the best support possible for their most vulnerable students, all the while reducing pressure, stress and workload for themselves and their staff.

About the Author
Daniel Sobel MA Ed (Psych) FCMI FCIC FRSA is the CEO and founder of Inclusion Expert, a leading educational consultancy offering training and resources to professionals working in inclusion. In 2012, Daniel was highly commended at the Educational Business Awards for his outstanding insights and strategic thinking in education, and Inclusion Expert won a Grand Prix at the Education Investor Awards in 2015. Daniel is the author of Narrowing the Attainment Gap and The Pupil Premium Handbook and is a featured columnist for The Guardian. He has also written for the Times Educational Supplement and regularly speaks on educational inclusion, social and behavioural issues, special educational needs, managing mental health, foster care children and impoverishment at national and international conferences.

Reviews
If the moral test of a government is how it treats its weakest members of society, then arguably we should judge our schools on the quality of care they provide for their most vulnerable children and young people. Championing and celebrating pastoral leaders, Daniel Sobel assets the foundational nature of pastoral care within our school. Based on five rules of thumb and extensive experience, Leading on Pastoral Care is a high-quality text that provides reflection for the more experienced pastoral leaders, advice and practical suggestions for those new to post, and solid foundations for those aspiring to the role. * Stephen Tierney, CEO of BEBCMAT, blogger (www.leadinglerner.me) and author of 'Liminal Leadership' *
Daniel Sobel addresses a topic that is under researched and rarely written about - that of the role of the pastoral care leader in the school context. This book is written in a very readable way and the combination of personal experience, practical suggestions and evidenced advice will make it very appealing and useful to a range of practitioners. Children learn well when they flourish, but it is hard for children to flourish without the holistic care that acknowledges that children have a range of social and emotional needs. The vignette examples in this book are excellent and revealing, and add depth, authenticity and challenge to the book. The focus around mental health is timely. The consolidation and reflection sections are excellent. They are quick, practical and aimed at maximum positive benefit. This is a very readable and practical book, and I am sure it will be an invaluable resource in any school wanting to build happy and resilient students who can be ready and able to learn and to take full advantage of their education. * Dr Anne Bamford OBE, Global Education Expert *
This book is invaluable reading for all primary and secondary middle leaders, senior leaders and SENCOs, helping them to provide the best support possible for all students, as well as looking after colleagues and reducing their pressure, stress and workload. The ideas are easy to follow and easy to explain to others. * Parents in Touch *
Sobel writes in an engaging style that reflects his commitment to supporting schools in developing effective strategies to deal with emotional trauma and complex needs.... This is an excellent book. * SEN Magazine *



Book Information
ISBN 9781472958440
Author Daniel Sobel
Format Paperback
Page Count 224
Imprint Bloomsbury Education
Publisher Bloomsbury Publishing PLC
Weight(grams) 386g