Head of Year

We are seeking an outstanding teacher, with the potential to become an excellent pastoral leader and role model, to lead a team of tutors and oversee a year group of approximately 200 students. The successful candidate will lead a team of tutors and be responsible for the overall welfare and care of students in that year group, linking pastoral and curriculum priorities to get the very best outcomes for every young person.

We would welcome an application if you:

* Are committed to enabling every student to achieve the very best they can;

 *Can raise attainment through outstanding teaching and the promotion of a culture of high expectations;

* Have a passion for providing the highest quality pastoral care;

* Have the ability to lead and maintain good discipline and standards of behaviour;

* Have the skills to lead, manage and enthuse a team of staff;

* Are committed to your own professional development;

About the school:

· Thomas Bennett Community College is a welcoming school community, with the highest expectations

· We are ideally located for commuters, situated 30 minutes from Brighton and London

· We have an impressive, modern school site with outstanding facilities across all subject areas

· We joined the Kemnal Academies Trust (TKAT) on the 1st September 2012, and are part of a group of 7 TKAT academies in Crawley

· Through our focused and bespoke training, staff are equipped with the skills to engage learners through the delivery of high quality lessons

· Teachers all receive a laptop for their own use

This is a fantastic opportunity to become part of a fast paced team that has a proven track record in effecting change and is focused on continual school improvement.

If you believe you have the skills and vision to help take this role forward, we would be delighted to hear from you. For further information or an appointment to visit the College, please contact Emma Woodward on 01293 526255 or email Hr@tbcc-tkat.org

Please forward completed application to the school office, marked for the attention of Emma Woodward.

Electronic applications are welcome. 

Safeguarding - TKAT is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Offers of employment will be subject to the full Safer Recruitment process, including an enhanced disclosure and barring service check.

Equal Opportunities - TKAT is committed to equality of opportunity. We welcome applications from all suitable candidates, regardless of any protected characteristic for example race, gender, sexual orientation, disability or age. All applications are treated on merit. This includes applications from individuals wishing to work full time, part-time or on a flexible basis.