Head of Year

MyNewTerm; Leyland; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Wellfield Academy in Leyland is seeking a Head of Year to support students from a pastoral and behaviour perspective, helping each pupil progress academically, socially and independently. The role requires a dedicated, proactive professional with strong communication skills and a commitment to safeguarding; it is a full‑time position (37 hours/week), term‑time plus two weeks.

Applications should be submitted promptly; interviews will be arranged on a later date.

Qualifications

• Creative approach to supporting children to achieve their best.
• Good communication skills and ability to work in a caring, supportive team.
• Clear understanding of safeguarding principles.

Responsibilities

• Support students from a pastoral and behaviour perspective to aid progress in academic, social and independent skills.
• Collaborate with staff to create a positive, inclusive environment and monitor student wellbeing.

Job description

Are you looking for a role where each day is different, filled with experiences that are both challenging, enjoyable and fulfilling? A role where you go home with a sense of reward and achievement? An opportunity has arisen at Wellfield Academy to join our school as a Head of Year to help support students within the school from a pastoral and behaviour perspective. We are looking for a dedicated, proactive individual with a passion for working with children, who has a commitment to ensure that all children make the best possible progress in their academic, social and independent skills.

Why you?

• You are creative, flexible and kind in your approach to supporting children to achieve their best
• You demonstrate good communication skills and show commitment to working in a caring, supportive team
• You have a clear understanding of the importance of safeguarding

We welcome staff who share our commitment to help children experience better days and better lives. Through ongoing development and training, we ensure our staff are well prepared for their jobs and given every opportunity to extend their skills.

This role is full time (37 hrs), permanent and term time only plus two weeks. Hours are 8:15am-4:15pm Monday to Thursday and Fridays 8:15-3:45pm.

Applications should be submitted by 9am on Friday 16th October 2026.

Interviews are to be confirmed

If you require any further information please contact our Recruitment Manager, Eleanor via [e-mail]

Endeavour Learning Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment and individually take responsibility for doing so.