Head of Year & Student Wellbeing Leader

Smile Education Recruitment; Telford; On-site; GBP 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading education recruitment agency is looking for a Head of Year to start immediately at a school in Telford. This full-time role involves leading a designated year group, supporting students' achievement and wellbeing, and guiding tutors. The ideal candidate will have strong leadership skills, experience in a pastoral role, and excellent communication abilities. The agency is committed to providing ongoing training and CPD opportunities. Applicants will undergo compliance checks to ensure student safeguarding.

Benefits

Training and CPD opportunities

Support from experienced education specialists

Qualifications

• Prior experience in a pastoral or leadership role within a school setting.
• Experience as a tutor, behaviour/pastoral lead, or similar.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage a designated year group, promoting student achievement.
• Support tutors within the year group for consistent pastoral care.
• Monitor attendance, behaviour, and academic progress.
• Identify students needing additional support and implement interventions.
• Meet with students and parents to support engagement and progress.
• Work with staff to promote a positive school environment.
• Act as a role model and advocate for the year group.
• Contribute to safeguarding and wellbeing across the school.

Skills

Leadership and management skills

Communication skills

Proactive in monitoring progress

Calm and consistent in challenging situations

Job description

A leading education recruitment agency is looking for a Head of Year to start immediately at a school in Telford. This full-time role involves leading a designated year group, supporting students' achievement and wellbeing, and guiding tutors. The ideal candidate will have strong leadership skills, experience in a pastoral role, and excellent communication abilities. The agency is committed to providing ongoing training and CPD opportunities. Applicants will undergo compliance checks to ensure student safeguarding.