Head of Year

This job is brought to you by Jobs/Redefined, the UK's leading over-50s age inclusive jobs board.

Post: Head of Year (Teaching Post)

Responsible to: Assistant Headteacher Pastoral/Behaviour
Salary: MPS/UPS + TLR 1a (£9,782)
Working Hours: Full-time (10/25 lessons taught plus one 35-minute assembly per week)

About Aldridge School

Aldridge School is a comprehensive school with over 1500 students, located near the centre of Aldridge village. As a founder academy of The Mercian Trust, the school is committed to high standards, a broad and engaging curriculum, and strong community partnerships. With a thriving Sixth Form and a reputation for excellent pastoral care, Aldridge School supports students in achieving their best and preparing for life beyond school.

About the Role

We are seeking a passionate and resilient Head of Year to lead a year group and contribute to the wider pastoral and academic success of Aldridge School. This is a rewarding leadership opportunity for a qualified teacher who is committed to student welfare, discipline, and achievement.

The successful candidate will take ownership of their year group, leading a team of form tutors and associate staff, and will also contribute to whole-school initiatives such as rewards, student leadership, anti-bullying, primary liaison, and extra-curricular activities.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the organisation, welfare, and discipline of a year group.
• Promote outstanding attendance and punctuality (target: 96%+).
• Monitor academic progress and implement interventions for key student groups.
• Coordinate and support form tutors and assemblies.
• Maintain high visibility and discipline across the school during key times.
• Liaise with parents/carers and external agencies to support student wellbeing.
• Lead reintegration meetings and behaviour interventions.
• Maintain accurate pastoral records and oversee behaviour data via Class Charts.
• Contribute to whole-school responsibilities such as student leadership and transition.

Desirable Qualifications and Skills

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) and degree-level education.
• Proven success in secondary teaching and pastoral leadership.
• Strong organisational and communication skills.
• Ability to analyse student data and implement targeted interventions.
• Empathy, resilience, and a commitment to safeguarding.
• Experience working with SEN, PP, LAC, and other key student groups.
• Effective behaviour management and strategic thinking in classroom practice.

How to Apply

Closing Date: Monday 29th September 2025

To arrange a visit or for further information, please contact the school at info@ald.merciantrust.org.uk or call 01922 743988 ext 2224.

Applications should be submitted via The Mercian Trust portal.

The Mercian Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people/vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Safeguarding and Safer Recruitment Policies can be found on our website. This position is subject to appropriate vetting procedures including a criminal record check from the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly CRB) which will require you to disclose details of all unspent and unfiltered spent reprimands, formal warnings, cautions and convictions as part of the recruitment process.