Head of Year role (Teaching)Full-timePastoral roleSeptember startPermanent contractMust have experience within a school pastoral roleA lovely, well-organised specialist arts school located in the borough of Islington is looking for a committed and supportive Head of year.Job role This is a new role for the sixth form aimed to strengthen teaching leadership at Year-group level. You will be expected to lead the form tutors across the sixth form as well as own the PSHCE and tutor curriculum and drive standards, achievement and culture across the year.As Head of Year your role will include:Lead and support the Year Groups tutor team, setting clear expectations and driving consistency across tutor practice.Chair regular tutor meetings, providing direction, briefing and developmental support.Hold tutors to account for quality of tutor time.Support tutors to know their students well and respond effectively to emerging concerns about progress.Own the design, sequencing and quality assurance of the PSHCE and tutor curriculum for the year group.Ensure the tutor programme is purposeful, well-resourced and consistently delivered across all tutor groupsQuality assure tutor time through regular observation, review and feedbackWork with the PPD lead to ensure pastoral content and student development themes are embedded appropriately within the programme.Establish and maintain high expectations around student conduct, Professional behaviours and readiness for learning.Be a strong, Visible daily presence with students, modelling and reinforcing the standards expected at the schoolDrive year group identity and a strong sense of community and belong within the cohortCoordinate year group interventions where issues relate to habits, motivation, progress, behaviour or professional conductMaintain strategic oversight of vulnerable groups within the year group, including disadvantaged students, looked after children, students with SEND and underrepresented groupsThe School This lovely well-organised sixth form dedicated to the film and performing arts industry. The school is easily accessible via public transport being in the borough of Islington There is a supportive and experienced leadership in team at place in the school and there is a good staff team in place who work collaboratively to ensure the best outcomes for pupils.If this role is of interest and you have the correct skills and experience, please apply with an up-to-dateCV.
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