Assistant Head of Year 7 (Transition and Induction)

Cams Hill School, Fareham, Hampshire, PO16 8AH

14 days remaining to apply

• Start date details

  To be agreed

• Closing date

  15 April 2026 at 1pm

• Date listed

  1 April 2026

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 £23,825.83 - £26,214.51 per annum

Assistant Head of Year 7 (Transition and Induction) job summary

Assistant Head of Year 7 (Transition and Induction)

Salary: Grade D £27,779 - £30,564 FTE

37 hours per week, 39 weeks per year

Monday to Thursday 8.00am to 4.00pm and Friday 8.00am to 3.30pm

Actual Salary £23,825.83 - £26,214.51 per annum

Permanent; Full time

Start Date: To be agreed

We are seeking an enthusiastic, dedicated and forward-thinking Assistant Head of Year 7 (non-teach) to join our dynamic Pastoral Team.

This pivotal role has a distinct focus on Year 7 and the transition from primary to secondary education and the support we offer pupils to embrace ‘The Cams Hill Way’.

The Assistant Head of Year 7 will remain with Year 7 each year to ensure that every pupil joining Cams Hill School feels supported during their first year, valued and empowered to achieve their full potential in and outside the classroom.

You will play a leading role in planning and delivering the Year 7 transition and induction programme, liaising with primary schools, coordinating induction activities and ensuring that key information about pupils is effectively shared with staff. You will work sensitively and proactively to ensure that pupils who are vulnerable and anxious about transition or require additional support are identified early and supported effectively.

Working closely with primary schools, parents, carers, external agencies and other stakeholders you will ensure that systems, support structures and pastoral care are tailored to meet the diverse needs of each new cohort including those with additional learning, social, emotional and wellbeing needs.

You will also manage behaviour in line with our high expectations, hold and record meetings and analyse trends with data. A significant element of the role will focus on 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 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.

A genuine interest in supporting pupils at a key stage of transition and helping them successfully adapt to secondary school life.

What We Offer

This role provides a fantastic opportunity for professional growth. In return for your hard work and dedication, we will support your development and help you achieve your career aspirations within our Trust.

In return we will provide you with

LGPS Pension Scheme

Supportive, friendly and committed colleagues who will welcome you to our school

Commitment to your professional development and training opportunities

Free tea and coffee

Free onsite parking

Access to the staff benefits programme which includes the ‘cycle to work’ scheme

Focus on staff wellbeing, including 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme, flu vaccination and eye tests.

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, 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 are passionate about maintaining high standards and want to play a key role in supporting education, we would love to hear from you.

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

• School type: Academy, ages 11 to 16
• Education phase: Secondary school
• 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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