Head of Year

The Headteacher and Governors of Hammersmith Academy are offering a great opportunity for a hardworking, ambitious and dynamic Head of Year to join our pastoral team.

Ofsted – January 2022

“Hammersmith Academy continues to be a good school”.

“Leaders and staff are determined that all their pupils will succeed. They have established a culture of aspiration for all, regardless of pupils’ individual starting points”.

“Pupils benefit from learning a broad curriculum, including in the creative arts and languages. Many pupils choose to continue studying arts, as well as humanities and languages, at GCSE level. Pupils learn to behave kindly and respectfully towards one another, making the school a harmonious place. Poor behaviour is rare. If bullying occurs, leaders respond quickly and effectively. Leaders and staff ensure that pupils are kept safe at school”.

"Leaders and staff are knowledgeable about safeguarding. They are well informed about the risks pupils may face, including those in the local area. Staff are vigilant, and identify and report concerns without delay”.

You should be a qualified teacher with the ability to think strategically and a team player with strong leadership skills.

The main purpose of the role is to provide professional leadership and management across the year group, to secure high quality learning, behaviour and attendance. You will value kindness and be able to build transformational relationships with students and staff. You will be able to offer engagement, stretch, support and challenge to all learners and provide appropriate provision to ensure progress of all is maximised. You will work closely with a Pastoral Support Officer (PSO) linked to your year group.

Ultimately, we are looking for a committed teacher with an uncompromising belief that all students deserve an outstanding education. They will uphold our inclusive ethos and provide opportunities for all students to progress well.

Are you a highly motivated, outstanding classroom practitioner with a strong presence, who is ambitious for students, their colleagues and the Academy? Are you ready to take a strategic lead in maintaining high standards and expectations? Are you a conscientious and enthusiastic team player who is looking to join a vibrant department? If so, we look forward to hearing from you.

Hammersmith Academy offers:

·        a bespoke CPD program for all staff and exciting career opportunities

·        excellent pastoral care

·        an excellent reputation in the local community

·        a dedicated and enthusiastic team of teachers and support staff

·        first-class facilities and resources

·        a comprehensive staff benefits package including free daily lunch

·        a strong commitment and vision for staff wellbeing

·        aspirational and hardworking students

·        strong parental engagement

We would very much like to hear from you if you share our vision, values and enthusiasm. We are very happy to discuss the role informally and visits to the school are welcome.

For further details, please visit our website www.hammersmithacademy.org

Closing Date:      Monday, 15th April - 9.00am

Interviews:          To be confirmed

In accordance with recommendations made by the DfE in Keeping Children Safe in Education 2023, all shortlisted candidates will be subject to an online search. This will help identify any incidents or issues that have happened, and are publicly available online, which Hammersmith Academy will explore with the applicant at interview.

All applications will initially be acknowledged by e-mail. If you have not heard further within two weeks of the closing date you may assume you have not been successful on this occasion.

Hammersmith Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is subject to an enhanced disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS Check) and the receipt of two satisfactory references.

Hammersmith Academy is an Equal Opportunities employer and does not discriminate on the grounds of any protected characteristics as defined by the Equality Act 2010.