Assistant Head of Year

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 on a maternity cover basis 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. About our School 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 19%, plus a wide range of benefits and discounts. Full details HERE 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 ou