Assistant Head of Year

Cams Hill School, Fareham, Hampshire, PO16 8AH

12 days remaining to apply

• Start date details

  January 2026

• Closing date

  1 December 2025 at 9am

• Date listed

  19 November 2025

Job details

• Job role:
  • Pastoral, health and welfare
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Working pattern: Full time
• Contract type: Permanent
• Full-time equivalent salary: £27,779.00 - £30,564.00 Annually (FTE) Actual Salary £23,825 - £26,214 per annum

Assistant Head of Year job summary

Assistant Head of Year

Salary: Grade D £27,779 - £30,564 FTE

37 hrs per week, 39 weeks per year, Actual Salary £23,825 - £26,214 per annum

Permanent; Full time

Start Date: January 2026

We are seeking an enthusiastic, dedicated and forward-thinking Assistant Head of Year to join our dynamic Pastoral Team.

In this pivotal role, you will help ensure that every pupil feels supported, valued and empowered to achieve their full potential. Working collaboratively with colleagues, you will play a key part in promoting pupils’ wellbeing, raising aspirations and strengthening self-belief.

You will work closely with external agencies, manage behaviour in line with our high expectations, hold and record meetings, analyse trends and work proactively with a wide range of stakeholders. A significant element of the role will focus on improving attendance and removing barriers to learning.

We are looking for someone who can thrive both as part of a dedicated pastoral and tutor team and when working independently.

If you are passionate about motivating, challenging and supporting young people, this is an exciting opportunity to join a high-performing team committed to securing the best life chances for all pupils.

Key Requirements

A strong commitment to maintaining high standards and supporting educational excellence.

Excellent organisational, planning and prioritising skills.

Ability to remain calm and effective under pressure while meeting deadlines.

Confidence in analysing data, identifying patterns and taking appropriate action.

Strong leadership in behaviour management and upholding school expectations.

A positive attitude and a good sense of humour.

Ability to build effective, professional relationships with pupils, parents,carers, staff and external partners.

A good standard of literacy.

Clear, confident and professional communication skills.

A proactive, “can-do” approach and the ability to work constructively as part of a team.

We welcome applications from experienced pastoral staff as well as individuals seeking a new career direction. Whether you are already working in a pupil-support role, exploring a change of professional path, or approaching the end of your degree and considering a future in education, this position offers a rewarding and inspiring opportunity. You will be joining a fantastic school where you can make a meaningful difference to the lives of our pupils every day.

If you would like to apply, please submit an application form via MyNewTerm. Informal conversations about the post are welcome, please contact the Main School Reception on 01329 231641 to speak to Miss Tanya Noble (Assistant Headteacher). Early applications are encouraged and immediate interviews may be arranged. We reserve the right to close this advert early on appointment of the successful candidate.

Headteacher: Ian Hudson
Shearwater Avenue, Fareham, Hampshire, PO16 8AH
11-16 Mixed Comprehensive

The Gateway Trust is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post including checks with past employers and Disclosure and Barring Service.

Further information about the job

The candidate will be required to undergo a full enhanced DBS check and must be eligible to work in the UK.

Visas cannot be sponsored.

If you're interested in teaching or training to teach in England as an international citizen, we can help you understand your next steps.

Commitment to safeguarding

All posts are subject to the terms and conditions laid down in the Cams Hill School Pay Policy, and the successful candidate will be subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service check along with other pre-employment checks. This school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.

Applying for the job

This school accepts applications through their own website, where you may also find more information about this job.

CVs will not be accepted for this application.

About Cams Hill School

• School type: Academy, ages 11 to 16
• Education phase: Secondary
• School size: 1237 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 11 to 16
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• School website: Cams Hill School website
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/cams-hill-school

Cams Hill is a popular and over-subscribed school which provides high quality teaching and learning opportunities along with a deep and embedded strong academic culture. It is a special place to learn and work; at Cams Hill, it is definitely the people that make the place.

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