Senior Head of Year

About the Role:

Are you a dynamic and experienced pastoral leader looking for a new challenge? Do you have a passion for supporting students' welfare, behaviour, and attendance while driving positive change in an ambitious and inclusive school?

At Edgar Wood Academy, we are seeking a Senior Head of Year to take a leading role in delivering outstanding pastoral care across multiple year groups. This is a unique opportunity to shape and implement school-wide behaviour, attendance, and safeguarding strategies while mentoring and supporting Heads of Year.

What You'll Be Doing:

• Leading a team of Heads of Year, ensuring consistency in pastoral care and student support.
• Acting as the senior point of contact for escalated behavioural and safeguarding concerns.
• Using data-driven approaches to monitor and improve attendance and behaviour.
• Working closely with school leadership and external agencies to ensure the best outcomes for students.
• Developing parental engagement initiatives and strengthening home-school relationships.

What We're Looking For:

• Proven experience in a pastoral leadership role within an educational setting.
• Strong leadership and interpersonal skills, with the ability to manage and develop a team.
• Expertise in student behaviour, attendance interventions, and safeguarding procedures.
• A proactive and strategic mindset, using data to drive meaningful change.
• A commitment to high standards, inclusivity, and student success.

This non-teaching role offers the opportunity to make a real impact in shaping the pastoral landscape of our school. If you are an inspiring leader who is committed to student welfare and thrives in a collaborative environment, we would love to hear from you!

About Us:

At Edgar Wood Academy, our core values of Resilience, Empathy, and Responsibility underpin everything we do. We are committed to creating an inclusive and supportive learning environment where students achieve academic excellence and develop the skills and knowledge essential for success in the modern business world.

To Apply:

Please visit www.edgarwood.org or www.altusep.com for more information and to apply. Completed application forms should be returned to recruitment@altusep.com.

Closing date: Noon on 28th March 2025. 

Interviews: w/c 4th April 2025.

Safeguarding and Equal Opportunities

Edgar Wood Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff to share this commitment. This position requires an enhanced DBS check. The Altus Education Partnership is an equal opportunities employer.