Assistant Head of Year

Westbourne Academy; Ipswich; On-site; GBP 25,823 - 31,414; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension scheme

Employee assistance program (EAP)

Flexible working

Job summary

Westbourne Academy in Ipswich is seeking an Assistant Head of Year. This is a non-teaching leadership role responsible for guiding tutors and supporting students to reach their potential during term time (39 weeks).

The successful candidate will have GCSE English and Maths, coaching/mentoring training, and prior work with young people. You will work independently, drive standards, and engage staff, parents and pupils across the Trust.

Qualifications

• Non-teaching leadership role with focus on student outcomes.
• Good GCSE level including English and Maths.
• Coaching/mentoring/study support training appreciated.
• Experience with young people and educational settings.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of tutors and influence staff, parents and stakeholders.
• Drive high expectations and raise aspiration for all students.
• Support the school in achieving the best possible outcomes.

Skills

Team leadership

Mentoring

Engagement with students

Independent working

Education

GCSE English & Maths

Job description

Assistant Head of Year

• NJC Point 15 - 25
• £25,823 - £31,414 actual per annum
• 37 hours per week
• 39 weeks per year (Term time only)

Westbourne Academy are searching for the best education professionals to join our trust. Are you passionate about making a difference to our children’s learning? Do you understand the importance of education?

Westbourne Academy are looking to appoint a motivated, independent, and hardworking individual to fill the post of Assistant Head of Year. This is a non‑teaching role. The successful candidate must demonstrate a proactive interest in education and a desire to support the school in achieving the best possible outcomes for all students.

The purpose of this role is to enable every student to fulfil their potential as individual learners, effective citizens and well‑rounded individuals. The Assistant Head of Year will lead a team of tutors and influence all staff, as well as parents/carers and all stakeholders, in raising aspiration and improving outcomes for all.

The ideal candidate will have a good basic education to GCSE level (to include English and Maths), have completed relevant courses such as coaching/mentoring/study support and previously worked with young people. You will be an ambitious professional and will join an academy which is dynamic and inspiring, creating a culture of outstanding success amongst our students.

For further information, please see the application pack for the role.

We welcome applications from candidates with the ability to work on their own initiative with previous experience in a similar environment who are keen to make a difference.

If you have what it takes, you can join an experienced, innovative team with incredible potential - and look forward to a future that could take you anywhere within the Trust’s Twenty‑Two schools.

About us

Westbourne Academy is not just a school it is a microcosm of the world with students from all around the globe. Between them, they speak 32 languages and their differing perspectives on learning and life makes this a unique academy in which to teach.

We welcome fresh ideas from our teachers and support staff and actively value their creativity and imagination. We are passionate about innovative approaches to pastoral care and education, and we’re always keen to find new ways to support our students’ learning.

About Academy Transformation Trust

Our ATT2030 Vision means we meet our young people where they are at and refuse to leave them there. Our pupils will leave us capable, competent and confident and take their place in the community of educated people. Our staff will be cared for, developed and they do will be capable, competent and confident. We would love to hear from those who want to join us in that mission.

What’s in it for you?

Access to continuous personal development programs. A bespoke platform supporting colleague welfare and benefits, including pension scheme, employee assistance program (EAP), recognition and reward scheme, cycle to work scheme and discounts on many major high street brands.

Closing date

Friday 28 August 2026

Interview date

To be confirmed

Westbourne Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. The successful applicant will undertake an enhanced DBS criminal record check, and online searches will be carried out in line with KCSIE update 2025. We are committed to Diversity, Equality and Inclusion and welcome all applications. We are open to Flexible Working.