Assistant Head of Year

Assistant Head of Year (Full Time, Term Time Only)

Waterlooville, Hampshire

Start Date: September 2026 (or sooner for the right candidate)
Contract: Permanent

Teaching Personnel are working in partnership with a high-performing and growing secondary school to recruit a motivated and compassionate Assistant Head of Year to join a well-established pastoral team.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone passionate about student wellbeing, behaviour, and pastoral care to play a key role in supporting students’ personal development and academic success. The position has arisen due to increasing student numbers and offers the chance to join a forward-thinking school with a strong, inclusive ethos.

The successful candidate will work closely with a Head of Year, supporting a designated year group to maintain high standards of behaviour, attendance, punctuality, and engagement with learning. The role will involve daily interaction with students, staff, and families, ensuring students are fully supported to achieve their potential.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the Head of Year in delivering high-quality pastoral care for a year group
• Promote excellent standards of behaviour, uniform, and punctuality
• Work proactively to improve student attendance, including liaising with parents and external agencies
• Provide mentoring and intervention for students requiring additional support
• Build strong relationships with students, staff, and families
• Deliver targeted behaviour and attendance interventions
• Support students within lessons to maximise engagement and learning
• Contribute to rewards, assemblies, and wider pastoral initiatives

About You

• Minimum GCSE (or equivalent) in English and Maths
• Experience working with secondary-aged students (desirable)
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• High levels of emotional intelligence and resilience
• A calm, proactive approach to behaviour management and student support
• Passionate about helping young people overcome barriers and succeed
• A team player with a commitment to high standards and continuous improvement

What’s on Offer

• A supportive and collaborative pastoral team environment
• Opportunities to shape and develop your role within an expanding team
• A strong whole-school focus on student wellbeing and achievement
• Ongoing professional development and training opportunities
• The chance to make a meaningful impact on students’ school experience and outcomes

This role would suit individuals with experience in education, youth work, pastoral care, or those looking to progress into a career within schools or educational support services.

If you are committed to supporting young people and making a lasting difference, Teaching Personnel would love to hear from you.

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All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
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