Head of Year and Class Teacher - Ref: TV16526

Wollborg Michelson Personnel Service Inc; Walsall; On-site; GBP 33,000 - 51,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Exclusive employee benefits

Job summary

Blue Coat C.E. Infant and Junior Schools' Federation invites applications for a Head of Year and Class Teacher. The role is permanent, with the post based initially in the Junior School.

The successful candidate will be expected to provide strong leadership and high standards across primary key stages, with possible work in both the Infant and Junior campuses. The position offers a competitive main scale or UPS with an additional £6,128 TLR, and a professional development programme aligned to

Responsibilities

• LeadYear responsibilities include leading a Year group across infant and junior settings.
• Management and leadership role as Head of Year with potential posting across Infant or Junior School.

Job description

Blue Coat C.E. Infant and Junior Schools' Federation,

The Blue Coat Church Of England (Aided) Infant and Junior Schools' Federation

Head of Year and Class Teacher

Permanent

Main scale or UPS with TLR for Year Lead

£32,916-£51,047 +£6128 TLR

To start: 1st January 2027

We are a Federation of the Blue Coat Infant and Junior schools. The two schools share a commitment to high standards and a strong Christian ethos. We enjoy strong support from our parents and the schools successfully serve their multi-faith community. Both schools are three form entry and there are over 650 children attending the two schools.

The Governors are looking to appoint a highly effective teacher and leader as a Head of Year. The successful applicant might be expected to work in either the Infant School or the Junior School and experience across all primary key stages is desirable. The post will initially be based in the Junior school.

The position offers an exciting opportunity for an experienced, skilled teacher looking to progress in their career.

The Federation provides a comprehensive professional development programme tailored to the needs of individual staff at all stages of their careers.

We welcome enquiries from everyone and value diversity in our workforce.

There is an exclusive package of employee benefits available for all Blue Coat Federation employees.

Appointment is subject to DBS enhanced clearance plus 2 suitable professional references. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Please note if you are shortlisted for the role, we will conduct a search of your online presence as part of our due diligence.

Informal visits to the schools are welcome. Please contact the Executive Head, Mr. Anthony Orlik, by emailing [e-mail] to make an appointment for a visit or to have a telephone discussion about the position.

Application forms and further details are available through the Federation website: https://www.bluecoatfederation.co.uk or by emailing Mrs. L Mosedale, Federation Business Manager: [e-mail]

Completed applications should be emailed to [e-mail]

Last date for receipt of completed application: 3pm Thursday 15th October 2026