About this job
Veritas Education is currently working in partnership with a well-respected secondary school in Kirklees to appoint a dedicated and dynamic Head of Year. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced teacher or current pastoral leader looking to take the next step in their career.
The successful candidate will play a key role in leading a year group, supporting students' academic progress, well-being, and personal development in line with Department for Education guidance and the school's ethos.
Key Responsibilities
Lead and manage the pastoral care and well-being of a designated year groupMonitor and track student progress, attendance, behaviour, and engagementDevelop and implement intervention strategies to support students at risk of underachievementWork closely with teaching staff, SENCO, safeguarding and senior leadership teamsBuild positive relationships with parents/carers and external agenciesPromote high expectations of behaviour and learning across the year groupSupport safeguarding responsibilities in line with statutory guidanceThe Ideal Candidate Will:
Have previous experience in a pastoral or middle leadership role (e.g. Head of Year, Assistant Head of Year, or similar)Demonstrate a clear commitment to safeguarding and student welfarePossess excellent organisational, communication, and interpersonal skillsBe able to inspire, motivate and support young people to achieve their full potentialHave a good understanding of behaviour management strategies and school systemsAbout the School
A supportive and inclusive secondary school within KirkleesStrong leadership team with a clear commitment to staff developmentPositive learning environment with a focus on student well-being and achievementExcellent opportunities for progression and professional developmentWhy Work with Veritas Education?
Specialist education recruitment agency with strong local partnershipsDedicated consultant providing tailored support throughout the processAccess to a wide range of opportunities across West YorkshireCommitment to safeguarding and compliance in line with DfE standardsSafeguarding Statement
Veritas Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All applicants will be subject to an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references in line with safer recruitment practices.
How to Apply
To apply, please submit your CV or contact Veritas Education today to discuss this opportunity further.
APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS FOR VERITAS EDUCATION
All applications are subject to an Enhanced DBS Disclosure, professional reference checks, Overseas Police Clearances (if applicable) in line with our stringent safeguarding policyYour CV must cover the last 10 years of employment history where possible and all employment breaks must be explainedYou must have legal right to work in the UKYou must be willing to attend a registration interviewVeritas Education work with a variety of schools covering a wide geographical area. We deal with teaching placements at Primary, Secondary and college level as well as support staff positions also within these.
Disclaimer
'Nothing within the above advert was in any way designed or intended to discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation. Veritas Education is an Equal opportunities employer and is proud in the knowledge that all placements are made on merit and suitability. We accept applications from all sections of the community.'
