Head of Year

Academics; London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join an outstanding high school as Head of Year, starting in September. This role combines teaching with leadership responsibilities, offering an exciting chance to influence students' pastoral care and academic success. We welcome educators passionate about nurturing and facilitating student development.

Benefits

Professional development opportunities

Supportive staff team

Qualifications

• Excellent classroom practitioner with strong subject knowledge.
• Experience in teaching and/or pastoral leadership is advantageous.
• Confident in building positive relationships with students, staff, and parents.

Responsibilities

• Lead pastoral care for a designated year group.
• Inspire students through teaching in their subject area.
• Collaborate with staff to foster an environment of high expectations.

Skills

Organisational skills

Communication

Problem-solving

Teamwork

Education

Qualified Teacher Status

Job description

We are seeking to appoint a dedicated Head of Year to join this outstanding high school from September. This is an exciting opportunity for a passionate educator to take on a key pastoral leadership role while continuing to inspire students through teaching in their subject area.

Head of Year - Outstanding High School
Start Date: September
Salary: MPS/UPS + TLR (Outer London)
Subject: Open to all specialisms

About the Role: Head of Year - Outstanding High School
This is a teaching position with added Head of Year responsibilities. Your timetable will be adjusted to allow for your pastoral duties. While previous Head of Year experience is advantageous, it is not essential. We welcome applications from experienced teachers who are ready to step into a leadership role.

The Ideal Candidate Will: Head of Year - Outstanding High School

• Be an excellent classroom practitioner with strong subject knowledge.
• Demonstrate exceptional organisational and communication skills.
• Build positive relationships with students, staff, and parents in a supportive and caring manner.
• Be a confident problem-solver and a proactive team player.
• Work collaboratively with the pastoral team, year tutors, and senior leaders to foster a culture of high expectations and academic excellence.

We are looking for a teacher who is not only skilled in their subject but also driven to make a genuine impact on students' personal and academic development.

Why Join Us?

• Be part of an outstanding school committed to nurturing students holistically.
• Join a supportive staff team dedicated to student success.
• Benefit from professional development and opportunities to progress in leadership.

If you're passionate about pastoral care and are ready to play a pivotal role in shaping the school experience for young people, we would love to hear from you.

Apply today to discuss this opportunity further and take the next step in your teaching career.