The main purpose of the Head of Year role is to ensure all students in the year group are consistently and effectively supported to make outstanding academic progress within the wider context of their full personal, social and spiritual development. The successful candidate will be responsible for monitoring students' academic progress, attendance and behaviour as well as ensuring students are engaging in wider learning, including the CASE programme and student leadership programme. The Heads of Year at KS5 collaborate closely with each other, the Senior Leadership Team, the Assistant Headteacher KS5 (Director of Sixth Form) and the 14‑19 Administrator. The role combines leadership of effective curriculum & assessment with a very wide range of pupil support issues, requiring a teacher with experience in implementing or supporting strong pastoral strategies. Responsibilities

Monitor students' academic progress, attendance, and behaviour. Ensure students engage in wider learning, including CASE and student leadership programmes. Collaborate closely with the Senior Leadership Team and the Director of Sixth Form. Lead curriculum, assessment, and pastoral strategy for KS5 students.

Qualifications & Benefits

Good degree and QTS. Proven record of outstanding results. Outstanding classroom teaching and tutoring skills. Strong record of developmental work in current role. Experience managing or implementing pastoral systems and initiatives. Experience managing change or leading teams. Reflective and driven towards self‑improvement. Commitment to the ethos of the school. Exceptional professional development and career progression. Positive working relationships at all levels. A supportive Leadership Team. Opportunity to gain experience within four different Trust schools with a common commitment to professional collaboration. The school is rated 'Outstanding' by Ofsted and has exceptional outcomes for its students.

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