Head of Year

Wootton Academy Trust; Wootton; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Wootton Academy Trust invites applications for a Head of Year who will model a warm but firm approach, uphold high standards of behaviour and provide pastoral support across the year group. The successful candidate will work with an Assistant Head of Year, form tutors and the pastoral team to drive progress and uphold the school's ethos.

We value professional development and offer opportunities to progress within the Multi Academy Trust, with a supportive team committed to enabling pupils to

Job description

We are seeking an inspirational teacher committed to high standards of behaviour and pastoral support to join the Trust in a Head of Year post.

We are looking to appoint a suitably qualified teacher to join a dynamic and supportive department. The successful candidate would be expected to have a passion for learning and teaching, together with the skills to inspire and motivate our students to achieve the very best they can and is dedicated to their own professional development.

This is an exciting opportunity to join a Multi Academy Trust which has a fantastic team of teachers who are dedicated to supporting pupils to make great progress as well as working as a tightly knit team. The Trust puts a very high priority on meeting the professional development needs of its staff to enable them to progress within the Trust.

In this role you will work with an Assistant Head of Year, a team of form tutors and the wider pastoral team to ensure that the year group upholds the ethos and aims of the school. This will be through modelling a warm strict approach and driving the highest possible standards.

Closing Date: Wednesday 4 March 2026.

Wootton Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding the welfare of children and young people, and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Applicants will be required to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service.

Wootton Academy Trust is committed to diversity in our workforce and welcome applications from all sections of the community. The role is covered by Part 7 of the Immigration Act 2016 and therefore the ability to speak fluent spoken English is an essential requirement for this role. All applicants must have the right to live and work in the UK.

Wootton Academy Trust supports Equal Opportunities Employment.