Head Of Year - Inspiring Leadership Opportunity

Academics Ltd; Dartford; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading education recruitment agency in Dartford is seeking a Head of Year to provide dynamic leadership and guidance. The ideal candidate will support students' academic and personal development, oversee behaviour and attendance, and build relationships with families. This role offers an exciting opportunity for passionate educators to impact students' lives positively while working alongside a dedicated pastoral team.

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.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Outstanding pastoral care

Excellent communication

Highly organised

Inspiring trust

Collaborative team player

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.

Responsibilities

• 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.

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.

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.