Head of Year Upper School

Summary:

Head of Year Upper School seeks a visionary leader to drive academic and pastoral success.

About the School:

A school with a long-standing reputation for academic excellence and student wellbeing, offering an all-through education from early years to Sixth Form. It fosters a supportive, inclusive community focused on developing well-rounded individuals.

The Opportunity:

As the Head of Year Upper School, you will lead a year group of students and a tutor team across Years 7-11. This is a pivotal role in shaping student outcomes, driving academic progress, and fostering a positive learning environment. The successful candidate will be a strong leader, passionate about teaching, and committed to the school’s vision of excellence.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage a year group, ensuring high standards of behaviour, academic achievement, and pastoral care.
• Work collaboratively with staff across the school, including those on both sites, to support student development.
• Deliver high-quality teaching across all Key Stages, demonstrating excellence in practice.
• Develop and implement strategies to improve student progress and attainment.
• Provide guidance and support to students, parents, and colleagues, acting as a role model and mentor.
• Promote the school’s values of ambition, responsibility, and excellence within the year group.
• Contribute to the development of the school’s curriculum and extracurricular activities.
• Monitor and evaluate student performance, providing feedback to support continuous improvement.

Qualifications & Skills:

Required

• Qualified teacher with experience in leading a year group.
• Proven track record of achieving outstanding student progress.
• Strong leadership and management skills with the ability to inspire and motivate.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Experience in teaching across multiple Key Stages.
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting student wellbeing.

Preferred

• Experience in an all-through school setting.
• Background in pastoral care and student support.
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with colleagues and stakeholders.
• Experience with curriculum development and innovation in teaching.

Compensation & Benefits:

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Excellent professional development opportunities, including CPD and ECT induction.
• Supportive and collaborative working environment.