Head of Year - Inspiring Leadership Opportunity

Academics Ltd; City Of London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational recruitment agency is seeking a dynamic Head of Year for a Kent-based school. The role involves providing strong leadership and fostering a positive environment for students. Ideal candidates are committed to outstanding pastoral care and possess excellent communication skills. This is an exciting opportunity for those passionate about supporting young people's academic and personal growth.

Qualifications

• Demonstrates outstanding pastoral care and a commitment to safeguarding.
• Has excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Is highly organised, proactive, and able to manage competing priorities.
• Can inspire trust, resilience, and aspiration in young people.
• Works collaboratively within a dedicated team.
• For teaching roles, is an excellent classroom practitioner with a track record of strong outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Provide strong leadership and guidance to students.
• Oversee behaviour, attendance, and achievement.
• Build positive relationships with students and families.
• Lead assemblies and coordinate tutor programmes.
• Monitor data and implement interventions for student wellbeing.

Skills

Outstanding pastoral care

Excellent communication skills

Organizational skills

Ability to inspire trust in young people

Collaborative teamwork

Job description

Head of Year - Inspiring Leadership Opportunity

Academics are seeking a dynamic, compassionate, and highly motivated Head of Year to join a Kent based school to work alongside their committed pastoral team. This is an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic teacher or pastoral leader who is passionate about supporting young people to achieve their full potential-both academically and personally.

As Head of Year, you will play a crucial role in shaping the culture, wellbeing, and progress of a year group. All areas of subject socialisms will be considered for this role.

You will:

• Provide strong leadership and guidance to students, fostering a positive and inclusive year-group identity
• Oversee behaviour, attendance, and achievement, working closely with tutors and teaching staff
• Build positive relationships with students, families, and external services
• Lead assemblies, coordinate tutor programmes, and contribute to whole-school initiatives
• Monitor data and implement interventions to support student progress and wellbeing

We are looking for someone who:

• Demonstrates outstanding pastoral care and a commitment to safeguarding
• Has excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Is highly organised, proactive, and able to manage competing priorities
• Can inspire trust, resilience, and aspiration in young people
• Works collaboratively within a dedicated team
• (For teaching roles) Is an excellent classroom practitioner with a track record of strong outcomes

If you are interested in the opportunity and would like to speak me in more detail to discuss this role then get in touch today! I am in the process of shortlisting with the school with the view to arrange immediate interviews.