Assistant Head of Year- Pastoral support- 1 year fixed term

Do you want to work in an Ofsted rated Good school where “Leaders put pupils at the heart of everything they do, pupils behave well in lessons and around the school and staff feel well-supported by leaders”? (OFSTED May 2022).

Do you want to work in a place where 100% of staff feel they are well supported and cared for? (Staff Wellbeing Survey 2023)

An excellent opportunity has arisen for a non-teaching Assistant Head of Year to work with a specified year group in our well established and high performing pastoral department on a one year fixed term maternity cover. We are seeking to appoint a confident and enthusiastic Assistant Head of Year to offer essential support to the Head of Year; organising and delivering outstanding pastoral care which will allow all students to reach their full potential in all areas.

Grace Academy Solihull is an 11 - 18 academy which has achieved outcomes that are consistently some of the best in the country when compared with similar schools. Leaders at the academy understand the need to maintain a work life balance for its employees. It is important that staff who work here feel supported, valued and looked after so they can deliver outstanding outcomes for the young people in our care.

If you are successful in your application, you will:

1. Join a dedicated and welcoming team of professionals who are supportive and passionate.
2. Join a school that trusts staff and takes their well being seriously. With sensible workloads, a two week October half term and a firm commitment to supporting staff however we can.
3. Experience a flexible approach to your working life so that you achieve a balance with your personal commitments.
4. Have a fantastic opportunity to take advantage of outstanding modern facilities, including a staff gym, plentiful secure parking, well appointed teaching spaces and state of the art IT equipment for every member of staff.
5. Make a difference to the life chances of our fantastic young people.
6. Be supported in your professional development so that you are given time to make the next step in your career.

We are proud of our school and would welcome anyone who is considering applying to contact us for further information or to visit us at the academy.

For application enquiries please contact the School Business Manager, Amy Pearson on 0121 329 4600 or via amypearson@graceacademy.org.uk

The Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful applicant will be subject to an enhanced DBS and barred list checks.