Head of Year

Shorefields; South Woodham Ferrers; On-site; GBP 30,000 - GBP 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A supportive educational institution in South Woodham Ferrers is seeking a dedicated Head of Year who can also teach English or Music. This role offers an exciting opportunity to inspire students and lead a year group to achieve their academic goals within a collaborative and ambitious school environment. Ideal candidates will have Qualified Teacher Status and a passion for education. The position offers a full-time, permanent contract with a competitive salary including TLR enhancement.

Benefits

Personalized CPD program

Collaborative environment across Trust schools

Qualifications

• Ability to teach English or Music at secondary school level.
• Experience working in a school environment.
• Strong leadership and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead a year group to ensure high achievement.
• Inspire and support students in their academic journey.
• Deliver engaging lessons in English or Music.

Skills

Teaching English

Teaching Music

Leadership

Inspiring Students

Education

Qualified Teacher Status

Job description

Overview

Head of Year with ability to teach English or Music — Job Ref No. ECC5427-238S. Position Type: Head of Year. Pay Range: MPS/UPS plus TLR 2c £8,279 per annum. Position Start Date: 01/04/2026. Contract Type: Full-time. Contract Term: Permanent. Hours: 1fte. Salary: MPS/UPS plus TLR 2c £8,279 per annum.

The William de Ferrers School is looking to appoint an enthusiastic Head of Year with the ability to also teach English or Music, with high ambitions for all pupils to join our dynamic and collaborative school. This is an exciting opportunity to join a highly successful and experienced department in a warm and supportive school which values the contributions and ideas of all stakeholders and strives for high achievement for all its pupils.

The successful candidate will inspire young people to aim high and give them the tools and resilience to achieve their dreams.

Responsibilities

We can offer you:

• The opportunity to be part of a highly supportive and ambitious school
• A commitment to a personalised programme of CPD
• Opportunity to collaborate across Trust schools

Contact us:

For more information about the school, or to arrange a visit, please contact the main office on 01245 326325.

While there is a published closing date for this vacancy, we reserve the right to close the advert early if we receive sufficient applications. Early applications are therefore strongly encouraged.

Safeguarding, Equality & Diversity

The Chelmsford Learning Partnership is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare and safety, and the spiritual and cultural development of children and young people; promoting equality of opportunity and community cohesion where the diversity of different backgrounds and circumstances is appreciated and positively valued; the fundamental British values of democracy, the rule of law, individual liberty and mutual respect and tolerance for those with different faiths and beliefs, and expects all staff, volunteers and other workers to share in this commitment.

As an equal opportunities employer, The Chelmsford Learning Partnership is committed to the equal treatment of all current and prospective employees and does not condone discrimination on the basis of age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race or ethnicity, religion or belief, gender identity, or marriage and civil partnership. We aspire to have a diverse and inclusive workplace and strongly encourage suitably qualified applicants from a wide range of backgrounds to apply and join The Chelmsford Learning Partnership.

In compliance with safer recruitment procedures and guidelines, all applications must be made on an application form; CVs will not be accepted. This appointment will be subject to pre-employment checks including an enhanced disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service and satisfactory references. In line with recommended practice the school will conduct online searches for information on shortlisted candidates. The Chelmsford Learning Partnership is an equal opportunities employer. All appointments are subject to safer recruitment requirements to ensure the safeguarding of children and young people.

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Sarah Clarkson
Trinity Square
South Woodham Ferrers, Chelmsford
Essex, CM3 5JU Telephone: [phone]
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