Head of Year with PE

Summary:

Head of Year with PE needed at a school with a strong commitment to student success and staff development.

About the School:

A school committed to excellence in education, with outstanding Ofsted ratings and a focus on student progress and wellbeing. The school provides a supportive and professional environment, with a strong emphasis on staff development and work-life balance.

The Opportunity:

As a Head of Year with PE, you will play a key role in supporting student achievement, behaviour, and wellbeing. This is a leadership position that combines pastoral care with a focus on physical education, making a real impact on student outcomes and school culture.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and maintain a culture of high standards in behaviour, achievement, and student engagement across a year group.
• Lead and manage a team of Form Tutors to ensure the effective delivery of the pastoral and wellbeing programme.
• Monitor and evaluate the implementation of the PDC curriculum and support tutor development.
• Promote student progress and raise standards through targeted interventions and support.
• Work closely with the Academy Behaviour and Safeguarding Teams to ensure consistent application of policies.
• Monitor student attendance and take appropriate action, including home visits and liaison with external agencies.
• Support the development of positive relationships with students, parents, and colleagues to build a cohesive school community.

Qualifications & Skills:

Required

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent
• A relevant degree or equivalent qualification
• Extensive teaching experience with a proven record of outstanding teaching practice
• Experience in managing a team and leading pastoral initiatives
• Strong communication and presentation skills
• Experience in implementing strategies to raise student achievement
• Commitment to student wellbeing and safeguarding

Preferred

• Experience in physical education or sports leadership
• Experience in managing challenging behaviour and attendance issues
• Leadership experience in a school or educational setting
• Experience in developing and delivering staff training programmes

Compensation & Benefits:

• Competitive salary and pension scheme with generous employer contributions
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
• Generous wellbeing cash plan and performance and loyalty bonus
• Free on-site parking and bicycle storage with staff showers
• Extensive professional development and training opportunities