Head of Year

🏫 Shevington High School
📍 Wigan💷 £32,597 – £36,363⏱ Full Time
📅 Posted Today📅 Closes 2 Jun 2026🔗 Via Tes Jobs
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Head of Year 37 hours per week, term time only Required: As soon as possible Salary: G7 (Scale point 20–25) Closing date: Tuesday 2nd June 2026 Interviews: To be confirmed We are seeking a dedicated Head of Year. The successful candidate will work proactively to provide pastoral support, care and guidance for students. The Head of Year will act as a main point of contact for students and their parents, and work closely with tutors and other key members of staff. The Head of Year will also play a key role in the monitoring the academic achievement of the students, implementing mentoring or support programmes where necessary. Some of the Principal Responsibilities include: Provide pastoral care and support to students in the designated Year group, including monitoring their well-being, behaviour, and attendance. Track and monitor the academic progress of students within the year group, identifying areas of concern and implementing strategies to support their learning and achievement. Liaise with parents or guardians to communicate students' progress, address concerns, and foster positive relationships between home and school. Implement and oversee behaviour management policies within the year group, including managing disciplinary issues and promoting positive behaviour among students This is a fantastic opportunity to join our School. In turn, we are looking for a candidate committed to playing a part in transforming the lives of our young people. Benefits Access to Pension Scheme CPD including Knowledge Development Courses Commitment to employee Health and Wellbeing including dedicated Employee Assistance Programme Rewards and Recognition Scheme Cycle to Work Scheme Dedicated Staff Wellbeing team The school reserves the right to interview and appoint this position ahead of any advised application closing date should an appropriate candidate be found. Therefore, it is advisable to submit applications as early as possible. Applications to be retur

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