Head of Sixth Form

The Methodist Church in Britain; Enfield; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Cash Plan

Generous pension

Staff benefits

Job summary

Heron Hall Academy in North Star Community Trust is seeking a Head of Sixth Form to lead Year 12 and 13 and oversee its growing post-16 provision. The post holder will drive academic progress, lead pastoral development and build strong links with families, universities and employers.

The role requires a proven track record in secondary education with Sixth Form leadership, and will report to the Senior Leadership Team. Start date 1 January 2027; visa sponsorship is not available.

Qualifications

• Experience leading Sixth Form or post-16 provision.
• Strong track record of improving outcomes.
• Experience with KS5 and post-16 curriculum.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Sixth Form and create a positive environment for students.
• Lead the academic, pastoral and personal development of Year 12 and 13 students.
• Drive academic progress across the Sixth Form.
• Strengthen the student experience.
• Develop an ambitious Sixth Form offer.
• Work with the Senior Leadership Team across the Academy.
• Build relationships with families, universities, employers and apprenticeship providers.
• Help shape the future of the growing post-16 provision.

Skills

Leadership

Sixth Form experience

Data analysis

Communication

Job description

Heron Hall Academy, a mixed secondary school in North Star Community Trust, is recruiting a Head of Sixth Form to lead its growing post-16 provision. The post-holder leads the academic, pastoral and personal development of Year 12 and 13 students and drives their progress. The role also builds links with families, universities, employers and apprenticeship providers, working alongside the senior leadership team. Visa sponsorship is not available, and the start date is 1 January 2027.

What the job involves

• Lead the Sixth Form and create a positive, inspiring environment for students
• Lead the academic, pastoral and personal development of Year 12 and 13 students
• Drive academic progress across the Sixth Form
• Strengthen the student experience
• Develop an ambitious and engaging Sixth Form offer
• Work with the Senior Leadership Team and colleagues across the Academy
• Build relationships with families, universities, employers and apprenticeship providers
• Help shape the future of the growing post-16 provision

Experience

• Strong experience of teaching in secondary education, including at Key Stage 5
• Proven track record of improving outcomes and driving positive change
• Experience of leading and developing Sixth Form or post-16 provision

Skills & knowledge

• Strong leadership skills, including inspiring, supporting and developing staff
• Good understanding of post-16 curriculum, assessment and progression routes
• Ability to use data to identify priorities and improve student outcomes
• Excellent communication and relationship-building with students, families, staff and external partners

Checks & eligibility

• Enhanced DBS check
• Other pre-employment checks relevant to the role

Other

• Commitment to high expectations, inclusion, safeguarding and student wellbeing
• Genuine passion for helping young people succeed and move on to their next steps

What’s offered

• NSCT Health Cash Plan
• Generous pension
• Staff benefits, People Plan and wider offer set out in supporting documents