Head of Year (non-teaching)

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Head of Year (Non-Teaching)

Location: Kingsway Park High School, Rochdale, Turf Hill Road, OL16 4XA
Contract: Permanent - Full-time - TTO
Salary: Schools Support Pay Spine 25-29 currently £36,363 - £39,862 per annum. Actual salary for term time only is £31,418 - £34,441.

Required: ASAP

About the Role

We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Head of Year (Non-Teaching) to join our strong pastoral team at Kingsway Park High School. This is a pivotal role within the school, responsible for leading the academic progress, behaviour, attendance and wellbeing of a year group.

Working closely with students, families, form tutors and senior leaders, you will provide high-quality pastoral leadership and ensure that every student feels supported, valued and able to thrive. This role is ideal for someone passionate about supporting young people, removing barriers to learning and making a tangible difference to students' lives every day.

What We're Looking For

We are looking for an enthusiastic and resilient individual who:

• Has experience working with young people and supporting their welfare, behaviour and personal development
• Can lead and manage pastoral processes such as attendance, punctuality, behaviour and safeguarding
• Builds strong, positive relationships with students, parents/carers and external agencies
• Is organised, proactive and confident in managing sensitive situations professionally
• Works effectively as part of a team and can use their own initiative
• Shares our commitment to inclusion, high expectations and student success

Experience of working in a school or similar setting is desirable, as is training in pastoral support, counselling strategies or leadership.

What We Offer

At Kingsway Park High School and the Altus Education Partnership, we are committed to developing and supporting our staff. We offer:

• A supportive and inclusive school community with a strong sense of purpose
• High-quality induction, training and ongoing professional development
• Opportunities to contribute to whole-school improvement and pastoral innovation
• A generous holiday entitlement (term time only working)
• Membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme
• Access to our Employee Benefits Programme, including Cycle to Work and Employee Assistance Programme
• Modern facilities and a welcoming working environment

Kingsway Park High School is a vibrant, diverse school where staff are valued and students are at the heart of everything we do.

How to apply

Please apply via My New Term through our website: Our Vacancies - Altus Education Partnership

Closing date: Friday 6th February 2026 (Midday)
Interviews: Thursday 12th February 2026

Altus EDUCATION Partnership is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff to share this commitment. This position is subject to an Enhanced DBS check under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.

In accordance with the recommendations set out in KCSIE the Trust carries out online searches on shortlisted candidates.

Applicants are informed that if appointed to this post their contract of employment will be with the school governing board who is the employer, and not Rochdale Council.