Assistant Head of Year - Oldham

TN United Kingdom; Oldham; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking passionate individuals for the role of Assistant Head of Year at a thriving secondary school in Oldham. This full-time position offers the chance to make a significant impact on students' lives by supporting their behaviour, well-being, and academic progress. You will collaborate closely with pastoral and teaching teams to create a positive, inclusive environment. Ideal candidates will have a degree in Psychology or a related field, along with experience in behaviour management and supporting students with SEMH needs. This is a long-term opportunity with the potential for permanent placement.

Qualifications

• Degree in Psychology or a related field is highly desirable.
• Experience in behaviour management within a school setting.

Responsibilities

• Support the pastoral team to foster a nurturing learning environment.
• Build positive relationships with pupils to engage and motivate them.

Skills

Behaviour Management

Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) Support

Communication Skills

Relationship Building

Education

Degree in Psychology or Related Field

Job description

Job description

Assistant Head of Year - Secondary School - Oldham

2 Roles Available | Immediate Start | Full-Time | Long-Term to Permanent Opportunity

Are you passionate about supporting young people and creating a positive, inclusive school environment? Aspire People is working in partnership with a large, successful Multi-Academy Trust to recruit 2 Assistant Heads of Year to join a thriving secondary school in Oldham.

These are full-time, long-term roles with the opportunity to become permanent for the right candidates. You'll work closely with pastoral and teaching teams to support pupils' behaviour, well-being, and academic progress, making a meaningful difference in their educational journey.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support the pastoral team to foster a nurturing and supportive learning environment
• Build positive, respectful relationships with pupils to engage and motivate them
• Help remove barriers to learning, particularly for students with SEMH needs or challenging behaviour
• Use school systems to promote good behaviour, manage incidents, and improve attendance
• Work with pupils on their action plans, supporting them to achieve personal and academic goals
• Act as a key point of contact for pupils, parents, and staff, supporting consistent communication

What We're Looking For:

• A UK degree - Psychology or a related field is highly desirable
• Previous experience in behaviour management within a school or educational setting
• Experience supporting pupils with SEMH (Social, Emotional, and Mental Health) needs
• A genuine passion for working with young people and helping them succeed
• A DBS on the Update Service (or be willing to obtain one)
• The ability to provide references covering the past 2 years
• Resilience, empathy, and a proactive attitude