Head of Year (non-teaching)

Salary: Grade E £34,273 - £37,569 FTE (Dependent on experience)
Working hours: 37 hours per week, 42 weeks per year
Actual Salary: £31,709 - £34,758 per annum
Start Date: January 2027

At Cams Hill School, pupils are at the heart of everything we do. We believe that providing the very best education gives our pupils the strongest life chances, and we work together as a community to make this a reality. We are seeking an enthusiastic, dedicated and forward-thinking Head of Year to join our dynamic Pastoral Team. This is a key middle leadership role offering support to pupils to embrace 'The Cams Hill Way'.

The successful candidate will join the school as Head of Year 10 and will provide strategic leadership to ensure that every pupil is supported, valued and empowered to achieve their full potential in and outside the classroom. You will line manage the Assistant Head of Year 10, providing guidance, direction and professional support while working collaboratively to deliver an outstanding Year 10 experience.

Working closely with parents, carers, external agencies and other stakeholders, you will ensure that pastoral systems are responsive to the diverse and evolving needs of each cohort, including pupils with additional learning, social, emotional and wellbeing needs. You will play a central role in identifying potential barriers to learning and ensuring that early support and appropriate interventions are in place.

Alongside the strategic leadership of the year group, you will be actively involved in the day-to-day pastoral work that underpins effective support for pupils. This includes supporting behaviour management in line with the school’s high expectations, working closely with Curriculum and Senior Leaders to ensure that every pupil is making strong progress and achieving their full potential, overseeing attendance strategies for specific pupils, holding and recording meetings with families and external professionals, and using data to identify patterns and inform targeted interventions.

You will also manage and develop the wider Year 10 pastoral team, overseeing the work of tutors to ensure a consistent and high-quality approach to supporting pupils during this important stage of their school journey.

We are looking for someone who can combine strategic thinking with a practical, hands-on approach, and who thrives both as a leader in a team and when working independently. We welcome applications from experienced pastoral staff as well as individuals seeking a new career direction. Whether you are already working in a pupil-support role or exploring a change of professional path, this position offers a rewarding and inspiring opportunity.

You will be joining a fantastic team where you can make a meaningful difference to the lives of our pupils every day. If you are passionate about motivating, challenging and supporting young people, this is an exciting opportunity to join a high-performing team committed to securing the best life chances for all pupils.

• A strong commitment to maintaining high standards and supporting educational excellence
• Excellent organisational, planning and prioritising skills
• Ability to remain calm and effective while meeting deadlines
• Confidence in analysing data, identifying patterns and leading effective responses
• Strong leadership in behaviour management and upholding school expectations
• Experience of leading or coordinating pastoral support for pupils
• Ability to guide, support and develop colleagues within a pastoral team
• A positive attitude and a good sense of humour
• Ability to build effective, professional relationships with pupils, parents, carers, staff and external partners
• A good standard of literacy
• Clear, confident and professional communication skills
• A proactive, "can-do" approach and the ability to work constructively as part of a team

We will hear from you if you would like to join a school that develops pupils to become positive contributors to society and values the expertise and wellbeing of its staff. Visits to the school to see us in action are welcomed and if you require any information regarding the role please contact us. We review applications regularly and interviews may be arranged before the closing date. We reserve the right to close this advert early if we identify suitable candidates, so please submit your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.

Cams Hill School is a state comprehensive secondary school that has high quality teaching and learning opportunities along with a deep and embedded strong academic drive. These elements, coupled with a phenomenal co-curricular programme of activities, engage, challenge, inspire and develop highly qualified, confident, resilient individuals. We are extremely proud of our school. It is a special place to learn and work and, at Cams Hill, it is definitely the people that make the place: pupils, staff, parents and carers. All staff are part of a culture of trust, autonomy, parity and respect, and are regularly recognised for their contributions. All staff complete annual performance management reviews with the opportunity to receive progression through the pay scale and the potential to receive remuneration for exceptional performance. Cams Hill School recognises the benefits derived from investing in our staff, and there are a number of additional benefits available to all staff:

• Local Government Pension Scheme
• Professional development opportunities
• Free parking for all staff
• Access to School Dining with Chef Manager
• Free use of the Fitness Suite
• Subsidised annual flu jabs
• Assistance towards eye tests and glasses