Head of Year

We are seeking to appoint an inspirational and enthusiastic Head of Year to join our outstanding Pastoral team. Heads of Year at Little Heath School are very much leaders of learning. They provide outstanding care, support and guidance for students in their year groups. The role is a broad and exciting one, involving tracking of student progress, monitoring of standards of Teaching & Learning and collaborative work on curriculum development. The position would be suitable for an experienced and ambitious teacher, and provides a unique opportunity to work within a dynamic team in an excellent school.

The person we are seeking will:

• be passionate about supporting students in their learning;
• be able to demonstrate proven leadership skills, with a track record of inspiring and motivating students and staff;
• be an innovative and inspiring classroom teacher;
• be able to work collaboratively in leading a large and diverse team;
• be able to motivate a team of form tutors and work well with staff, parents and outside agencies.

Little Heath School is a highly successful comprehensive school (1658 on roll, including 366 in the Sixth Form) situated in a pleasant semi-rural setting to the west of Reading, with good access to road and rail links. As a school, we pride ourselves on our Continuing Professional Development Programme, which supports teachers to continually improve their practice in innovative ways, collaborating with other members of staff in order to develop their practice.

For an application form and information pack please email recruitment@littleheath.org.uk Please address supporting letter of application to the Headteacher 

Closing date:  21 May 2021

Interviews will be held week commencing 24 May 2021

Little Heath School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Little Heath School Governing Body is an equal opportunities employer.  Appointments are subject to satisfactory pre-employment checks and the successful applicant will be required to apply for an enhanced disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). Further information can be found at www.homeoffice.gov.uk