Assistant Head of Year
South Hunsley School and Sixth Form College, North Ferriby, HU14 3HS13 days remaining to apply
Start date details
As soon as possible
Closing date
29 June 2026 at 9am
Date listed
16 June 2026
Job details
Job role
- Other leadership roles
Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Working pattern
- Full time: Up to full-time
Contract type
- Permanent
Full-time equivalent salary
- £24,298.82 per annum
What skills and experience we're looking for
We are looking for an individual who can manage and prioritise their own case load, has relevant previous experience of working with young people and families to manage sensitive issues preferably in an education environment. Additionally, has experience of working with young people on a sustained one-to-one basis, dealing with a range of sensitive and contentious issues in a variety of settings.
What the school offers its staff
- Aninduction programmeand continued investment in training and development, with access to coaching and mentoring, career and professional development
- Corporate membership to the East Riding Leisure gyms, saving over 25% on membership costs and onsite gym at South Hunsley School and Sixth Form College, at only£12.50 per month
- Well-being support includingdiscounted East Riding gym membership; free annual flu vaccinations; refund of the cost of the annual NHS prescription prepayment certificate; access to a free employee assistance scheme 24/7 with advice on a wide range of practical issues ranging from legal information and consumer issues to specialist counselling.
- Financial incentives includinga cycle to work scheme offering discounted bike purchase, affordable loans and savings available through theSalary Finance Scheme
- Opportunity to become aMental Health First Aider
- Access to Vivup – a wide range of employee benefits can be accessed through our Vivup platform which are designed to improve your physical, financial and mental health wellbeing.
Further information about the job
This is an exciting opportunity to join our Pastoral Team as an Assistant Head of Year. Each day you will work with the Head of Year, and under the direction of the Assistant Head Teacher, provide support and intervention strategies in order to meet the pastoral needs of students at South Hunsley School and Sixth Form.
The working hours are from 8:20AM AND 4:20PM Monday to Friday during the school term, with a 3:50PM finish on Fridays. You will also be paid for 44.5 hours per year, which enables you to attend team meetings, training and development that sits outside your normal working hours. Your actual salary is £24,298.82 per annum, and this is paid in 12 equal instalments over the year so even when it is the summer holidays, you continue to receive the same payment that month. If you are interested in working on a part time basis, please get in touch and we are happy to explore this further with you.
Why choose us?
Pastoral support is at the centre of everything we do at South Hunsley School. You will work as part of our friendly and dedicated Pastoral Team, to together provide the first point of contact regarding concerns and queries on student welfare issues.
Our moto is ‘work hard and be nice to people’. Here at South Hunsley we passionately believe in the limitless potential of every member of our school community. We want everyone to be happy, confident and successful so we can all achieve more than we think is possible. We can promise support, care, encouragement and respect as well as really enjoyable and rewarding working and learning environment. We are genuinely committed to our students and our staff, and we do everything we can to ensure every child receives the care and guidance they need to thrive. We are proud of our school and would welcome the opportunity to give you a tour, so please don’t hesitate to contact Freya Dobson (HR Officer) on 01482 631208 or by email via Freya.Dobson@southhunsley.org.uk if you would like to visit or find out more.
What can we offer you?
- Aninduction programmeand continued investment in training and development, with access to coaching and mentoring, career and professional development
- Corporate membership to the East Riding Leisure gyms, saving over 25% on membership costs and onsite gym at South Hunsley School and Sixth Form College, at only£12.50 per month
- Well-being support includingdiscounted East Riding gym membership; free annual flu vaccinations; refund of the cost of the annual NHS prescription prepayment certificate; access to a free employee assistance scheme 24/7 with advice on a wide range of practical issues ranging from legal information and consumer issues to specialist counselling.
- Financial incentives includinga cycle to work scheme offering discounted bike purchase, affordable loans and savings available through theSalary Finance Scheme
- Opportunity to become aMental Health First Aider
- Access to Vivup – a wide range of employee benefits can be accessed through our Vivup platform which are designed to improve your physical, financial and mental health wellbeing.
What are we are looking for?
We are looking for an individual who can manage and prioritise their own case load, has relevant previous experience of working with young people and families to manage sensitive issues preferably in an education environment. Additionally, has experience of working with young people on a sustained one-to-one basis, dealing with a range of sensitive and contentious issues in a variety of settings.
The deadline for completed application forms is at 9:00AM Monday 29th June 2026. We look forward to receiving your application and we will contact you once your application has been reviewed.
The Education Alliance is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Clearance from the Disclosure and Barring Service prior to appointment and we undertake an online check, in line with the Keeping Children Safe in Education 2025 guidance.
The Education Alliance’s Child Protection Policy can be accessed at:https://theeducationalliance.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/Child-Protection-Policy.pdf.
Commitment to safeguarding
South Hunsley School and Sixth Form College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Clearance from the Disclosure and Barring Service is required prior to appointment and we undertake an online check, in line with the Keeping Children Safe in Education 2023 guidance.
The school’s Strategic Child Protection and Safeguarding Policy can be accessed at: Strategic-Child-Protection-and-Safeguarding-Policy-2023-v3.docx.pdf (southhunsley.org.uk) and the Education Alliance’s Child Protection Policy can be accessed at: https://theeducationalliance.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/Child-Protection-Policy.pdf
Applying for the job
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View advert on school website (opens in new tab)About South Hunsley School and Sixth Form College
- School type
- Academy, ages 11 to 18
- Education phase
- Secondary school
- School size
- 2106 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 11 to 18
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report
- School website
- South Hunsley School and Sixth Form College website
- Email address
- recruitment@theeducationalliance.org.uk
South Hunsley School and Sixth Form College has over 2,100 students and is the only secondary school in the East Riding of Yorkshire rated outstanding by Ofsted.
Here at South Hunsley we passionately believe in the limitless potential of every member of our school community. We want everyone to be happy, confident and successful so we can all achieve more than we think is possible. We can promise support, care, encouragement and respect as well as really enjoyable and rewarding working and learning environment. We are genuinely committed to our students and our staff, and we do everything we can to ensure every child receives the care and guidance they need to thrive. We are proud of our school and would welcome the opportunity to give you a tour, so please don’t hesitate to contact Freya Dobson (HR Administrator) on 01482 631208 or by email via Freya.Dobson@southhunsley.org.uk if you would like to visit or find out more.
Arranging a visit to South Hunsley School and Sixth Form College
To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email recruitment@theeducationalliance.org.uk.
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