Head of Year

Head of Year – Secondary School, Clitheroe
Start Date: November 2025
Contract: Temp-to-Perm via Teaching Personnel

Are you an inspiring and dedicated leader looking to make a real difference in the lives of young people? A thriving secondary school in Clitheroe is seeking a committed Head of Year to join their pastoral team from November 2025.

This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced teacher or pastoral lead to step into a pivotal role, supporting students’ academic progress, personal development, and wellbeing. The role will initially be offered on a temporary basis through Teaching Personnel, with the strong potential to move into a permanent contract.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide effective leadership, guidance, and support for a year group.
• Monitor student progress, behaviour, and attendance, implementing strategies for improvement.
• Work closely with teaching staff, senior leaders, and parents to ensure every child thrives.
• Foster a positive, inclusive school culture where students feel valued and motivated.

The School is Looking For:

• A qualified teacher or experienced pastoral professional.
• Excellent interpersonal and organisational skills.
• A proven ability to motivate and inspire young people.
• A proactive and compassionate leader who can handle challenges with resilience.

Benefits of the Role:

• Temp-to-perm pathway through Teaching Personnel.
• Opportunity to shape and influence a full year group.
• Supportive leadership team and professional development opportunities.
• Competitive pay in line with your experience.

If you are passionate about supporting young people to reach their potential and want to take on a rewarding leadership role, we’d love to hear from you. Please click the link below to apply, ensuring your updated CV is attached.

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details.
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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