Year Leader (Maternity Cover)

Summary:

Year Leader (Maternity Cover) opportunity at a school in Nottingham. Apply now for a temporary full-time role.

About the School:

A school committed to inclusivity and academic excellence, with a strong focus on character development and pastoral care. It provides a supportive environment where students of all abilities can thrive.

The Opportunity:

As a Year Leader, you will be responsible for the academic and pastoral welfare of a year group, working closely with students, parents, and staff to ensure a positive learning environment. This is a temporary role offering the chance to make a meaningful impact on student progress and well-being.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage the behaviour, welfare, and academic achievement of a designated year group.
• Lead a team of tutors to support the development of high standards in student behaviour and learning culture.
• Analyse data to inform proactive and reactive interventions, mentoring, and counselling.
• Work collaboratively with students, parents, and staff to remove barriers to learning progress.
• Promote a culture of support and pastoral care that enables every child to make rapid progress.
• Ensure consistent implementation of school policies and procedures across the year group.
• Monitor and report on student progress and achievement regularly.
• Support the development of a positive and inclusive school community.

Qualifications & Skills:

Required

• Proven experience in a pastoral or leadership role within an educational setting.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to manage and lead a team effectively.
• Experience in analysing data to inform student support strategies.
• Commitment to the academic and pastoral development of students.
• Familiarity with safeguarding and child protection policies.

Preferred

• Experience in a similar role within a multi-academy trust.
• Experience with pastoral care and student mentoring.
• Experience with data analysis and reporting.
• Experience in a Church of England school or similar environment.

Compensation & Benefits:

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Access to employee well-being and benefits schemes.
• Cycle to work scheme and salary sacrifice bus pass scheme.
• Local Government Pension Scheme.