Holly Lodge High School College of Science (SIPS), Holly Lodge School are recruiting for an Assistant Head of Year (non‑teaching). We are a comprehensive 11‑19 school and sixth form serving the diverse community of Smethwick, West Midlands. Our core values are Ambition, Opportunity and Community: we believe that every child, regardless of their background or starting point, is entitled to a world‑class education and should be equipped to join the great conversations of humankind, shape the future and live truly rewarding and meaningful lives.
We believe in the power of expertly developed, subject‑specialist curriculum, alongside research‑informed teaching approaches, high expectations for behaviour, and excellent pastoral care to achieve this vision. We are ambitious for the experience of our staff as well as our students, in terms of well‑being, professional development and career progression. We hold sensible workload and a positive professional culture as key to staff well‑being, placing these at the heart of everything we do.
Role overview
This role provides an opportunity to deliver valuable pastoral support to students and help shape the student experience within the Pastoral team.
Responsibilities
• Coordinate and support pastoral activities across the year group.
• Foster high standards of behaviour and wellbeing for all learners.
• Collaborate with teaching staff and the wider school community to meet students’ personal, academic and developmental needs.
• Contribute to the planning and delivery of school‑wide pastoral initiatives.
Qualifications
• Successful completion of all relevant safeguarding checks and an enhanced DBS check, including a Children’s Barring List Check.
• Ability to speak fluent and spoken English – a requirement under Part 7 of the Immigration Act (2016).
• Evidence of experience in a non‑teaching leadership or support role within a secondary school environment is desirable.
Application process
Please submit a cover letter (maximum of two sides of A4 paper) outlining your skills and experience in relation to this role and our person specification. Send your application to HLS_hr@holly‑lodge.org by Monday 20th July 2026 at 09:00 am. A completed application form can be obtained from our website or the Tes listing. All applications should be signed when sent via e‑mail. CVs will not be accepted.
Additional requirements
• The successful applicant will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check and a Children’s Barring List Check.
• The post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.
Equal Opportunities Statement
We are committed to encouraging equality, diversity and inclusion among our workforce and eliminating unlawful discrimination. We are a Disability Confident Employer and guarantee an interview for applicants who disclose they would like to be considered under this scheme and meet the essential criteria. If you require reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please include these on your application.
Notice of early closure
We reserve the right to close this vacancy early should we receive a sufficient number of applications.
Posting details
Hours: Full‑time, Term‑time + 5 training days
Grade: Band D SCP 9‑17 – £27,254 – £31,022 (Actual Salary £24,319 – £28,397 p.a.)
Location: Holly Lodge High School, Holly Lane, Smethwick, West Midlands, B67 7JG
Closing Date: 20th July 2026 at 9 am
Interviews: To be confirmed
We look forward to receiving your application. If shortlisted, you will be invited to an interview within 28 working days of the closing date. Please ensure you check your junk/spam folders for any correspondence from us.
Contact: HLS_hr@holly‑lodge.org
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