Assistant Head of Year

Cams Hill School, Fareham, Hampshire, PO16 8AH

43 days remaining to apply

• Job start date

  1 October 2026

• Closing date

  2 September 2026 at 9am

• Date listed

  20 July 2026

Job details

• Job role:
  • Pastoral, health and welfare
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Working pattern: Full time
• Contract type: Fixed term
• Full time equivalent salary: £28,696.00 - £31,572.00 Annually (FTE) Actual Salary £24,612 - £27,079 per annum

Assistant Head of Year job summary

Assistant Head of Year (Maternity Cover)
Salary: Grade D £28,696 - £31,572 FTE
37 hrs per week, 39 weeks per year, Actual Salary £24,612 - £27,079 per annum
Temporary maternity cover, expected to end July 2027 (dependent on the return of the current postholder)
Start Date: 01 October 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.

For full details please see the attached job description and person specification.

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.

About the School

Cams Hill School is a state comprehensive secondary school that has high quality teaching and learning opportunities along with a deep and embedded strong academic drive. These elements, coupled with a phenomenal co-curricular programme of activities, engage, challenge, inspire and develop highly qualified, confident, resilient individuals.

We are extremely proud of our school. It is a special place to learn and work and, at Cams Hill, it is definitely the people that make the place: pupils, staff; parents and carers. All staff are part of a culture of trust, autonomy, parity, respect and are regularly recognised for their contributions.

Cams Hill School recognises the benefits derived from investing in our staff, and there are a number of additional benefits available to all staff:

Local Government Pension Scheme

Professional development opportunities

Free parking for all staff

Access to School Dining with Chef Manager

Free use of the Fitness Suite

Annual Flu Jabs offered via the onsite welfare team, free

Assistance towards eye tests and glasses

We regularly review applications and reserve the right to close an advert early if we identify suitable candidates. To avoid disappointment, submit your application as soon as possible.

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

• Organisation type: Academy, ages 11 to 16
• Education phase: Secondary school
• Size: 1265 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 11 to 16
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• 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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