Head of Year

Head of Year Salary: NJC Grade 7 (19- 23) £28,731.58 - £30,859.05 Contract: Permanent, 36 hours, Term Time plus 5 days Start date: September 2026 Join Heworth Grange School and Make a Lasting Difference Heworth Grange School, part of Consilium Academies, is seeking to appoint an ambitious, passionate and dedicated Head of Year to join our pastoral team and play a key role in shaping the lives of our young people. This is an exciting opportunity for an individual who is committed to ensuring every student thrives both academically and personally. As Head of Year, you will lead and support a team of Form Tutors, champion high standards of behaviour, attendance and achievement, and provide outstanding pastoral care to students within your year group. At Heworth Grange, we believe education extends far beyond examination results. We are committed to developing confident, resilient and ambitious young people through a culture built on high expectations, engaging learning and strong relationships. Why Join Heworth Grange School? Heworth Grange is a vibrant and inclusive secondary school at the heart of its community. As part of Consilium Academies, we are on a journey of transformation and improvement, supported through the DfE’s RISE programme and strengthened by collaboration across our Trust. We are proud of our: Warm, supportive and caring culture Strong focus on staff wellbeing and professional development Commitment to inclusive education and student success Broad and ambitious curriculum Excellent facilities and opportunities for career progression Our recent Ofsted inspection recognised the significant improvements taking place across the school, and we are looking for exceptional people to help us continue that journey. The Role As Head of Year, you will: Lead a team of Form Tutors to support students’ academic, social and emotional development Promote excellent attendance, punctuality and behaviour Build positive relationships with students, families and external agencies Monitor student progress and implement effective interventions Deliver assemblies and contribute to the wider life of the school Maintain high expectations and foster a positive ethos across the year group Support safeguarding and student wellbeing at all times This role would suit someone who: Has experience working with young people and families Is highly organised, resilient and self-motivated Has excellent communication and interpersonal skills Can inspire, motivate and support students to achieve their best Is committed to safeguarding and inclusive practice Wants to make a genuine difference every single day What We Offer At Consilium Academies, we value and invest in our staff. We offer: A strong commitment to professional development through our Centre for Professional Learning Opportunities to collaborate across our family of schools A supportive and values-driven culture Excellent oppo