Assistant Head of Year (Year 10)

Lord Grey Academy; England; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution in England is seeking an enthusiastic Assistant Head of Year to support Year 10. The role involves developing educational plans, supporting student attendance, and fostering positive relationships within the school community. Ideal candidates will have strong organisational skills and a background in education. This full-time position offers a pro rata salary of £25,408 annually, with a structured working schedule during term time.

Benefits

Teacher & support staff pension schemes

Continuous Professional Development (CPD)

Networking opportunities

Free flu vaccine

Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)

Qualifications

• Excellent relational skills for fostering student connections.
• Strong organisational and administrative skills are essential.
• A child-centred approach that prioritizes student needs.

Responsibilities

• Develop and deliver educational plans with the Head of Year.
• Support students in overcoming barriers to learning.
• Build positive relationships with students, staff, and parents.

Skills

Child-centred approach

Excellent relational skills

Strong organisational skills

ICT skills

Administrative skills

Education

Higher education qualification or relevant teaching experience

Job description

Assistant Head of Year (Year 10)

We seek an enthusiastic, energetic and dedicated Assistant Head of Year to support the Head of Year at Lord Grey Academy. This full‑time support staff role begins as soon as possible.

Hours and Schedule

37 hours per week, 39 weeks per annum (38 term‑time weeks and 5 training days). Working times:
Monday – Thursday: 8:30am – 4:30pm
Friday: 8:30am – 4:00pm

Salary

Tove Pay Scale Band H, Point 14 – 21 FTE (£29,540 – £33,143). Pro rata salary: £25,408 per annum.

Key Responsibilities

• Work alongside the Head of Year to develop and deliver educational plans.
• Support students in overcoming barriers to learning and promote good attendance and behaviour.
• Develop positive relationships with students, staff and parents.
• Maintain professional, organised and well‑structured working practices, including ICT and administrative tasks.
• Support the Head of Year in motivating students and upholding the school ethos.
• Act as on‑call staff for a second role when required.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Child‑centred approach with excellent relational skills.
• Strong organisational, ICT and administrative skills.
• Dedicated and well‑organised; able to balance responsibilities within the school setting.
• Higher education qualification or relevant teaching experience preferred (if applicable).
• Successful application will require an enhanced DBS check.

Application Process

Completed application form and cover letter should be submitted to Human Resources at Lord Grey or emailed to [e-mail] by 9am on Monday 17 November 2025. Interviews will take place on Friday 21 November 2025. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. CVs alone will not be accepted.

Tove Learning Trust (TLT) is a highly successful multi‑academy Trust with primary, secondary and alternative provision schools across the West Midlands, Northamptonshire and Milton Keynes.

Employee Benefits

• Teacher & support staff pension schemes
• Continuous Professional Development (CPD)
• Training School Alliance
• Networking opportunities
• Specsavers eyecare voucher
• Free flu vaccine
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
• Medicash – Health Cash Plan: 24/7 GP appointments, prescription services, dental treatment, optical care, physiotherapy, skin health tracker, essential healthcare expenses, exclusive discounts on shopping & travel

To view the vacancy booklet and further information, visit the Lord Grey Academy vacancies page: https://www.lordgrey.org.uk/vacancies/