Assistant Head of Year (Secondary) - Unity Academy Blackpool

Valleederoses; Blackpool; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Assistant Head of Year for a dynamic secondary academy in Blackpool. This role offers the opportunity to lead and inspire students aged 2-16, ensuring their educational journey is enriching and fulfilling. With a commitment to professional development, the academy fosters a supportive environment for staff, emphasizing a trauma-informed approach and an outward mindset. Join a forward-thinking team dedicated to excellence and integrity, and play a vital role in shaping the future of young learners in the community. This is a chance to make a real difference in education while enjoying a range of attractive perks and a supportive work culture.

Benefits

Ongoing CPD

Term time employment

25% discount for FCAT in-house provisions

Membership of the LGPS

Modern school building

24/7 access to health support services

Cycle to work scheme

Free annual flu vaccine

Blackpool Council travel discount

Childcare voucher scheme

Job description

Assistant Head of Year (Secondary) - Unity Academy Blackpool

Join to apply for the Assistant Head of Year (Secondary) - Unity Academy Blackpool role at Fylde Coast Academy Trust.

Academy: Unity Academy Blackpool

Contract: Permanent, Full time, TTO +15 days

Salary: NJC Pay Scale, Grade F, Points 19 to 24 on the NJC Pay Scale (Salary will be pro rata - £28,181 to £31,126 per annum)

Closing date for applications: 9am, Monday 24th February 2025

Start date: 01/04/2025

About Fylde Coast Academy Trust

Fylde Coast Academy Trust (FCAT) was established in 2012. Our trust aims to ensure first-class learning opportunities for all young people across the Fylde Coast and across Lancashire. The trust has grown to include 10 academies with primary, secondary and all-through as well as the Central Services and School Improvement team. Our values of excellence, integrity, and resilience guide us to be the best we can be. Learners are at the heart of what we do and their outcomes and successes are what drive us.

About Unity Academy Blackpool

Unity Academy is an all-through school for children aged 2-16, committed to providing the best possible education for all the children within our care. Our curriculum is developed to ensure progression across all ages. The school motto is ‘In Unity, we succeed’ and this is at the heart of what we believe. The academy is absolutely committed to developing our staff through twice weekly deliberate practice sessions for classroom-facing staff, underpinned by our Trauma Informed Practice and Arbinger Outward Mindset.

Why choose FCAT?

• Ongoing CPD including New - Developing and Implementing an Outward Mindset
• Term time employment supporting longer holidays
• 25% discount for FCAT in-house Breakfast and After School Club provisions
• Membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) - employer contributions above 16%
• Modern school building with excellent facilities for learners and colleagues
• 24/7 access to free health support services via Smartclinic
• Cycle to work scheme
• Free annual flu vaccine
• Blackpool Council travel discount
• Childcare voucher scheme
• Free eye tests
• Commitment to our Team FCAT Work and Wellbeing Charter

How To Apply

To apply for this post please visit our website and complete the online application form and equal opportunities form at www.fcat.org.uk/job-vacancies.

Closing time and date for applications is 9am on Monday 24th February 2025.

Interview and Assessment date is TBC.

For any questions regarding the vacancy please contact Karlee Derby at [e-mail].

The Fylde Coast Academy Trust is committed to equality of opportunity for all as well as safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all learners, staff, and visitors. All staff are carefully selected using recruitment and selection procedures that comply with Keeping Children Safe in Education. Following shortlisting this may include an online search and following an offer an enhanced DBS clearance.