Head of Year

North East Ambition; Spennymoor; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

An educational institution in the United Kingdom is seeking a dedicated individual to manage a team of tutors and uphold high standards in both education and pastoral care. The successful candidate will be a positive role model for students, responsible for overseeing their welfare and encouraging a strong learning environment. Qualifications include a robust background in education, excellent communication skills, and the ability to inspire and collaborate with others. This role requires a commitment to maintaining the values and ethos of the institution.

Qualifications

• Exhibits the highest expectations.
• Demonstrates exceptional listening skills and outstanding verbal and written communication abilities.
• Inspirational and well-qualified teacher.
• Displays outstanding expertise in organisational and time management skills.
• Exemplifies the values and ethos of the Trust as a positive role model.
• Displays an ability to lead and motivate a team and foster a culture of collaboration.
• Collaborates as a team player, demonstrating flexibility.
• Exhibits excellent people management skills.

Responsibilities

• Line manage a team of tutors for pastoral and achievement duties.
• Support the establishment of a positive learning ethos.
• Be a positive role model and manage school rules.
• Be responsible for the welfare and safeguarding of all pupils.

Skills

High expectations

Exceptional listening skills

Outstanding verbal and written communication

Organisational skills

Time management

Leadership and motivation

Team collaboration

People management

Education

Qualified Teacher Status

Job description

The successful candidate will:

• Line manage a team of tutors supporting the discharge of their pastoral and raising achievement duties.
• Support the establishment of an appropriate learning ethos and expectations for a year cohort of students.
• Be a high profile member of staff around school and a positive role model in challenging infringements of school rules.
• Be an excellent practitioner who is an example to staff and pupils in terms of classroom practice.
• Be responsible for the welfare and safeguarding of all pupils in the Year Group.

The Person

• Exhibits the highest of expectations.
• Demonstrates exceptional listening skills and outstanding verbal and written communication abilities.
• Inspirational and well-qualified teacher
• Displays outstanding expertise in organisational and time management skills, ensuring efficiency and effectiveness in all tasks.
• Exemplifies the values and ethos of the Trust as a positive role model.
• Displays an ability to lead and motivate a team and foster a culture of collaboration.
• Collaborates as a team player, demonstrating flexibility and commitment to contributing actively to a full program of extra-activities.
• Exhibits excellent people management skills