Head of Year Pastoral

The Heath Family Trust; Liverpool City Region; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established educational institution is seeking a dedicated Head of Year to enhance student welfare and attendance. This role involves working closely with students, parents, and external agencies to promote a positive learning environment. The ideal candidate will possess strong interpersonal skills and a passion for supporting student outcomes. Join a thriving school community where your contributions will directly impact the lives of young learners. If you are enthusiastic and committed to making a difference in education, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Qualifications

• Experience in a school setting with a focus on student welfare.
• Strong interpersonal skills to collaborate effectively.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for safeguarding and attendance of students.
• Act as a point of contact for the year group, offering support.

Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Safeguarding Knowledge

Experience in School Setting

Support and Guidance

Education

Relevant Teaching Qualification

Job description

The Governing Body is seeking to appoint an enthusiastic, committed and well-qualified non-teaching Head of Year to join our thriving, oversubscribed school.

Dates: Apply by 12 noon on Monday 2nd December 2024

Location: Sefton, Merseyside

Contract Term: Permanent

The Head of Year is responsible for safeguarding and attendance, promoting the welfare of our children and their families by delivering high quality interventions. The postholder will act as the point of contact for their relevant year group, offering support focusing on outcomes.

You will work within an agreed framework, as a source of support, advice and expertise within the school. You will look after the wellbeing of students within the year group, whilst monitoring and promoting the importance of good attendance.

The work involves collaboration with parents, external agencies, partners and colleagues, and representing the school at a wide range of professionals meetings, core groups and reviews.

The ideal candidate will have experience in a school setting, excellent interpersonal skills, and the ability to contribute positively to student learning. This is an exciting opportunity for a positive, enthusiastic and committed individual.

Litherland High School is committed to safeguarding children and promoting the wellbeing of young people. An appointment will only be confirmed if a satisfactory Enhanced Disclosure is obtained from the Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS), and will be subject to references.

All documentation can be downloaded for this post (see below). Please submit an application form, covering letter, and equal opportunities form directly to Linda Kinsella, Personnel, Litherland High School, Sterrix Lane, Litherland, Liverpool L21 0DB or applications can be emailed to [e-mail].

Closing date: by 12 noon on Monday 2nd December 2024.