Head of Year (non-teaching)

The Royal Sutton School is seeking to appoint a committed, enthusiastic and caring Head of Year (Non-Teaching) to join our dedicated pastoral team.

This is an exciting opportunity for someone who is passionate about supporting young people, promoting positive behaviour and helping students achieve their full potential. Working closely with the Senior Leadership Team, teaching staff, parents and external agencies, you will play a key role in supporting the welfare, attendance, behaviour and personal development of students within your allocated year group.

As a visible and approachable presence around the school, you will build positive relationships with students, providing guidance, encouragement and support while helping to create a safe, inclusive and positive learning environment.

Key responsibilities

1. Provide day-to-day pastoral support and guidance to students within your allocated year group.
2. Monitor and promote excellent student attendance, punctuality and engagement.
3. Support the implementation of the school's behaviour expectations, addressing concerns and promoting positive attitudes.
4. Build positive relationships with students, parents and carers, acting as a key point of contact for pastoral matters.
5. Work closely with teaching staff and senior leaders to identify and support students who may be experiencing difficulties.
6. Coordinate appropriate interventions and work with external agencies where necessary.
7. Monitor student welfare, safeguarding concerns and wellbeing, following school policies and procedures.
8. Support the organisation and delivery of year-group activities, assemblies and other pastoral initiatives.
9. Maintain accurate records and contribute to reports relating to attendance, behaviour and student progress.

About you

We are looking for someone who:

1. Has experience of working with young people in an educational, pastoral or similar setting.
2. Has excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build positive relationships with students and families.
3. Can manage challenging situations calmly, fairly and confidently.
4. Is organised, proactive and able to manage competing priorities.
5. Demonstrates empathy, resilience and a genuine commitment to improving outcomes for young people.
6. Can work effectively as part of a team and use their initiative when working independently.
7. Has a good understanding of safeguarding and the importance of promoting student welfare.

What we can offer

1. The opportunity to make a meaningful difference to the lives and experiences of young people.
2. A supportive and committed team who work collaboratively to achieve the best outcomes for students.
3. A positive working environment where staff wellbeing and professional development are valued.
4. Access to an Employee Assistance Programme and a range of employee benefits.
5. Membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS).
6. Opportunities for ongoing training and professional development.

How to apply

To apply please complete an application form online. Please include a supporting statement outlining ‘what skills and experience you have that make you suitable for the role’. To arrange an informal chat about the role, please contact Stephen Clarkson, Lead Practitioner, via email stephen.clarkson@trss.bham.sch.uk or call 0121 378 1946. Visits to the school are warmly welcomed.

We reserve the right to close this advert early should sufficient applications be received or the role be successfully filled.