Job Description

Head of Year | Barking & Dagenham | September 2025

Are you an experienced leader looking to take the next step in your career?

We are seeking a highly skilled and dynamic Head of Year for a secondary school in Barking & Dagenham, with a start date in September. This Head of Year role offers an excellent opportunity to lead a year group in a school committed to fostering academic excellence and student wellbeing.

Benefits of the Head of Year Role:

• Attractive and competitive salary, reflecting the seniority of the role.
• Opportunities for further professional development and leadership training.
• A collaborative and supportive senior leadership team.
• A vibrant, diverse school community committed to inclusivity and student success.
• Access to excellent resources and facilities.
• A strong emphasis on staff well-being and work-life balance.

About the Role: As Head of Year, you will play a central role in shaping the educational and pastoral experiences of students within your year group. You will work closely with senior leadership and teaching staff to create a high-performing, supportive environment that encourages both academic and personal development. This senior position requires a confident leader who can manage and inspire both students and staff, ensuring high standards of behaviour, attendance, and achievement.

Key responsibilities of a Head of Year include:

• Leading the development and implementation of academic and pastoral strategies for your year group.
• Managing the performance and progress of students, ensuring targeted interventions are in place.
• Providing leadership and guidance to tutors and other pastoral staff.
• Monitoring and improving student behaviour, attendance, and welfare.
• Overseeing year group events and extra-curricular activities to enhance student engagement.
• Collaborating with parents, external agencies, and the senior leadership team to support student success.

Location: Barking & Dagenham
Start Date: September 2025

This is a Head of Year opportunity that offers significant responsibility and the chance to make a lasting impact on student outcomes. If you have a strong track record in school leadership and are ready for a new challenge, we want to hear from you.

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Head of Year | Barking & Dagenham | September 2025 | INDCLASS