An experienced trainer and educational consultant in leadership and management, and Ofsted inspector for both primary and secondary phases, Nathan has worked with a wide variety of schools and colleges throughout Britain and abroad. Her text provides current and prospective secondary school pastoral leaders with an examination of the role and responsibilities of the pastoral leader in the current educational climate, particular as the structure of the pastoral system changes in response to the UK government's restructuring agenda and to new approaches to behavior management. Coverage includes an overview of the pastoral system, becoming effective in the role, leading the tutor team, managing pupil behavior, bullying and cyberbullying, pupil welfare, liaising with external agencies, managing extra-curricular activities, using data to raise achievement, and dealing with parents. Case studies are incorporated throughout the text, offering real examples of both good and bad practice. Annotation ©2011 Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)