Head of Year

Reed; Slough; On-site; GBP 31,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Ongoing professional development

Job summary

Reed in Slough is seeking a Head of Year to lead pastoral care and drive student wellbeing in a supportive secondary school community.

The role focuses on attendance, behaviour, safeguarding and positive student development within a collaborative team environment.

Qualifications

• Experience working in a school or educational setting.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
• Ability to manage challenging situations calmly and effectively.
• Proactive and organised approach to supporting students.
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting student welfare.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support the pastoral care of a designated year group.
• Monitor and improve student attendance, behaviour, and wellbeing.
• Build strong relationships with students, parents, and external agencies.
• Support safeguarding and student welfare initiatives.
• Work collaboratively with teaching and support staff to ensure positive outcomes.
• Promote the highest standards of conduct, achievement, and engagement.

Skills

Pastoral care

Attendance monitoring

Behaviour management

Communication skills

Safeguarding knowledge

Job description

Head of Year

Location: Slough, Berkshire

Salary: £31,000 - £34,000 per annum

Contract type: Full-Time Term Time + Additional Weeks (as required)

Make a Difference to Students' Lives

We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Head of Year to join a supportive and ambitious secondary school in Slough. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced pastoral professional who is passionate about student wellbeing, behaviour, attendance, and personal development.

Working closely with students, families, and staff, you will play a key role in creating a positive learning environment where every student can thrive.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and support the pastoral care of a designated year group.
• Monitor and improve student attendance, behaviour, and wellbeing.
• Build strong relationships with students, parents, and external agencies.
• Support safeguarding and student welfare initiatives.
• Work collaboratively with teaching and support staff to ensure positive outcomes.
• Promote the highest standards of conduct, achievement, and engagement.

The Ideal Candidate

• Experience working with young people in a school or educational setting.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
• Ability to manage challenging situations calmly and effectively.
• A proactive and organised approach to supporting students.
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting student welfare.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary of £31,000 - £34,000 per annum.
• The opportunity to make a meaningful impact on students' educational journeys.
• A supportive and collaborative working environment.
• Ongoing professional development opportunities.