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The Head of Year is a pivotal middle-leadership position that balances high-level strategy with hands-on pastoral care. The successful candidate will be responsible for the holistic development of their assigned year group, ensuring that attendance is high, behaviour is exemplary, and every pupil feels safe and supported. This role isn't just about managing a cohort; it's about nurturing the "leaders of tomorrow" through the school's unique leadership specialism. It requires a blend of data-driven intervention and genuine empathy.
Job Responsibility:
Year Group Culture: Establishing a positive ethos and high expectations for the cohort
Attendance Monitoring: Tracking attendance data and working with families to reduce persistent absence
Tutor Management: Leading weekly tutor briefings and quality-assuring the pastoral program
Parental Liaison: Serving as the primary point of contact for families regarding student welfare
Intervention Planning: Designing support packages for students falling behind academically or socially
Assembly Delivery: Planning and leading a weekly program of values-based assemblies
Safeguarding: Acting as a key link to the Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL) for the year group
Behaviour Oversight: Administering the rewards and sanctions policy consistently
Transition Support: Managing the induction of new students or the move between Key Stages
Collaboration: Working with the Senior Leadership Team (SLT) to meet school-wide targets
Requirements:
Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or an equivalent recognised teaching qualification
An Enhanced DBS on the update service (or willingness to apply for one)
Demonstrated success in managing complex behaviour in a secondary setting
Eligibility to work in the UK
Pastoral Leadership: The ability to lead, motivate, and manage a team of form tutors
Conflict Resolution: Skill in de-escalating tense situations and implementing restorative justice
Data Literacy: Proficiency in using progress and attendance data to trigger early interventions
Exceptional Communication: The ability to speak persuasively to pupils, parents, and senior leaders
Resilience: Maintaining professional composure and optimism under pressure
Strategic Planning: Designing and implementing year-group improvement plans
What we offer:
A supportive, collaborative working environment
Opportunities for career progression and ongoing professional development
The chance to make a significant impact on the lives of students
Competitive salary and benefits package
A Refer a Friend scheme where you could earn a £300 Love2shop voucher (subject to terms and conditions)