Assistant Head of Year at Crawshaw Academy in Pudsey

Permanent. Term-time only + Training Days. Monday - Friday, 8am-4pm.

We are seeking to appoint a committed and motivated Assistant Head of Year to join our pastoral team and play a key role in supporting an identified year group. This is an exciting opportunity for a caring proactive practitioner who is passionate about making a real difference to young people's lives by promoting positive behaviour, strong engagement and student wellbeing.

Working closely with the Head of Year, you will lead on pastoral support and coordinate targeted interventions to meet the needs of students within the year group. You will act as a first point of contact for students and parents and carers and work in close partnership with the Head of Year, the Deputy Headteacher for Student Experience, the Pastoral Leader and the wider student support teams to ensure high quality inclusive provision for all learners. A strong emphasis will be placed on monitoring behaviour patterns, encouraging positive attitudes to learning and fostering a culture of engagement, aspiration and belonging.

In addition, Assistant Heads of Year will hold a specific area of focus or specialism that complements the wider pastoral team and creates opportunities to support students beyond their own year group. This is a highly rewarding role offering the chance to have a meaningful impact within a supportive, ambitious and collaborative school community.

Crawshaw Academy is a welcoming and supportive community, shaped by a dedicated staff team who genuinely care about giving every young person the best possible experience. We encourage our students to aim high, believe in themselves and be ambitious about their futures. We believe education is about more than results. It is about helping young people grow into confident, kind and well-rounded individuals. Our staff take the time to know each student well, recognising their strengths, nurturing their talents and supporting them to achieve their best.

Learning beyond the classroom is highly valued at Crawshaw Academy. A wide range of extracurricular opportunities including sport, the arts, trips and performances allows students to discover new interests, build friendships and develop teamwork, leadership and resilience. These experiences help students gain a broader understanding of different cultures, traditions and ways of life. We set high standards because we care. By providing the right balance of challenge, guidance and support we ensure every student feels confident, valued and able to thrive.

Here's what you can expect when you join us:

• Generous pension scheme: Employer contribution rate of 15.30%, plus a wide range of benefits and discounts.
• Flexible working options: We support work-life balance and are open to exploring suitable arrangements.
• Supportive environment: We prioritise respect, equality, diversity, and well-being.
• Community culture: Collaboration and generosity are at the heart of our team.
• Professional development: We invest in your growth at every stage of your career.

To be a good fit for this role, you will be:

• Student focused, committed to pastoral care, wellbeing and positive relationships.
• Organised and proactive, able to coordinate interventions and monitor behaviour effectively.
• Committed to building positive relationships with students, fostering respect while maintaining high expectations.
• A strong communicator, working confidently with students, parents and carers and staff.
• Positive and aspirational, promoting high expectations, engagement and a culture of success.

Let's Connect: We would love to speak to you to answer any questions you might have about this role or our school ahead of applying for this opportunity. To arrange a convenient time to speak in person, or visit us ahead of applying, please email Jo Bentley at [email protected].

Adjustments: Should you require any adjustments to our recruitment process, please include these within Part Two of our application form under the section 'Disability and Accessibility'.

Applicant Guidance: Red Kite Learning Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Appointments will be subject to an enhanced DBS disclosure. We are an equal opportunities employer which welcomes applications from all sectors of the community. We are committed to promoting diversity and want a workforce which reflects the local population of each of our schools. Our recruitment guidelines and privacy notice for applicants can be found HERE. Applications will be reviewed as they are received, so we encourage early submission. We reserve the right to close this vacancy before the advertised closing date should a suitable candidate be appointed.