Job Opportunity: Pastoral Head of Year (Secondary School)
Salary: £23,000 - £26,500 per annum
Contract: 1-Year Fixed Term
Spencer Clarke Group is delighted to be working in partnership with a well-regarded secondary school to recruit a dedicated Pastoral Head of Year for a 1-year fixed-term contract.
About the Role:
As Pastoral Head of Year, you will play a crucial role in supporting the personal development, well-being, and academic progress of students. You'll lead on pastoral care, ensuring students are fully supported emotionally and socially, while helping to maintain a positive and inclusive school environment.
Key responsibilities include:
- Monitoring and supporting students' attendance, behavior, and academic performance
- Acting as the first point of contact for students, parents, and staff on all pastoral issues
- Developing and implementing support plans for students with additional needs
- Collaborating with teachers, SEN staff, and external agencies to promote student well-being
- Leading assemblies and year group events focused on personal development and school values
About You:
We are looking for someone who is passionate about making a positive difference in students' lives. You will need:
- Experience working in a pastoral or educational support role within a school setting
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build positive relationships with students, parents, and staff
- The ability to manage and resolve conflict sensitively and effectively
- A proactive and compassionate approach to student care, with a keen understanding of safeguarding practices
What's in it for You:
- Competitive salary of £23,000 - £26,500 per annum
- A supportive and collaborative school environment
- The chance to make a meaningful impact on young people's lives
How to Apply:
If you are enthusiastic about helping young people thrive and are ready to take on a rewarding pastoral role, we would love to hear from you. Apply now by sending your CV or call Liam on for more information.
APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS FOR SPENCER CLARKE GROUP
All applications are subject to an Enhanced DBS Disclosure, professional reference checks, Overseas Police Clearances (if applicable) in line with our stringent safeguarding policy
- Your CV must cover the last 10 years of employment history where possible and all employment breaks must be explained
- You must have legal right to work in the UK
- You must be willing to attend a registration interview
All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 14.3% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
Spencer Clarke Group work with a variety of schools covering a wide geographical area. We deal with teaching placements at Primary, Secondary, Special Education needs and college level as well as support staff positions also within these.
We offer a market leading referral scheme of up to £250 so if you know of someone who may also be looking for an exciting career opportunity, ask them to email their CV to Liam Jones on remembering to include your details.