Head of Year

Head of Year (Non-Teaching) Are you an experienced and dedicated Head of Year with a passion for student welfare and development? This forward-thinking secondary academy is seeking a proactive and compassionate Head of Year to join their team in providing outstanding student support. Why choose this school? With a strong commitment to student well‑being and a nurturing environment, this school provides an ideal setting for a Head of Year to make a positive impact. You'll be part of a supportive and experienced pastoral team, working closely with students, parents, and staff to create a nurturing and inclusive learning community. This role offers an excellent opportunity for an individual who is passionate about student welfare and is eager to take on a non‑teaching Head of Year role. The school provides ongoing training, professional development, and opportunities for career progression. Job Role Overseeing the welfare and progress of a specific year group, ensuring a positive and inclusive learning environment Supporting students with their academic, social, and emotional needs, providing guidance and pastoral care Collaborating with teachers, parents, and external agencies to address individual student needs and concerns Organising and coordinating year group activities, events, and assemblies Implementing and monitoring behaviour management strategies, working closely with the pastoral team Promoting positive behaviour and maintaining a strong sense of community within the year group Tracking and monitoring student progress, providing regular feedback to students and parents Working closely with the school's leadership and pastoral teams to drive the school's vision and values In return you will enjoy Support and guidance from an experienced and proactive senior leadership team Ongoing training and professional development opportunities A supportive and collaborative work environment The chance to make a positive impact on student well‑being and development Opportunities for career progression within the school Requirements Relevant experience working with young people in an educational or youth setting Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build strong relationships with students, parents, and staff Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple responsibilities effectively Empathy, compassion, and a genuine commitment to supporting student welfare and development A proactive and solution‑focused approach to addressing student needs and concerns If you are a dedicated professional interested in the non‑teaching Head of Year position, please "Apply Now" or contact The Education Network Birmingham. If this role doesn't suit you, get in touch with our team to explore other Head of Year opportunities or learn more about our referral scheme. The Education Network Offer Our specialist team have a combined experience of over 25 years and have unrivalled reputation within the education market, taking great pride in the extremely high service levels that we provide to both our schools and our candidates. Our service is honest and efficient and, in addition to our recruitment solution, we offer the opportunity for additional training and development for our candidates. You will also receive personalised career support from the team. The opportunity to work in friendly, caring and supportive atmosphere where every child matters. Highly supportive, committed and hard‑working consultants who will endeavour to find assignments suited to your needs. An opportunity to extend your professional development as well as excellent rates of pay. The Education Network is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Appointments will be subject to our stringent vetting procedures, including enhanced DBS checks and references. The Education Network is committed to Safer Recruitment and recruits to Compliance+ standards. Any appointment will be subject to an enhanced DBS check in addition to other safeguarding checks. The Education Network is an equal opportunities employer and is acting as a recruitment agency in relation to this vacancy. Due to the expected high‑volume of applications we receive, only short‑listed candidates will be contacted within 3 days. #J-18808-Ljbffr