22 days remaining to apply

  • Start date details

    May 2025

  • Closing date

    25 April 2025 at 12pm (midday)

  • Date listed

    28 March 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

£28,542.00 - £31,163.00 Annually (Actual) TTO plus 3 weeks, 37 hours a week,

Head of Year job summary

Head of Year

Permanent

37 Hours per week, Term Time only plus 3 Weeks

Grade H: Point 18-23 (£28,542 - £31,116)

Required May 2025

Are you an inspirational and enthusiastic pastoral leader/Head of Year who is looking for a new challenge?

This is an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic, well-qualified and highly effective pastoral lead/Head of Year to lead on the care, guidance, support and attendance for a designated group of students and make significant contributions to a small, supportive and forward- thinking team.

Sherburn High School is an oversubscribed, truly comprehensive, community school. Our staff are committed to teamwork, both within the school and beyond. Our students are committed to learning as evidenced by their outcomes at the end of Year 11 and Year 13.

We are looking for someone who wants to help build on our successes – someone who isn’t afraid of hard-work because they know of the rewards that working with young people brings.

The school offers all employees training and support, peer mentoring, personal development and the chance to develop skills further through MAT collaboration.

Potential applicants are encouraged to contact/visit the school if further information is required. Please contact Hayley Kibble on 01977 687958 or by email on hayley.kibble@shs.starmat.uk to arrange a time.

Closing Date: Friday 25th April 2025 12 (noon)

Interviews will be held: Thursday 1st May 2025

Enhanced DBS clearances and references will be obtained prior to appointment. We also conduct online searches on all shortlisted candidates.

Sherburn High School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We welcome applications from all sections of the community; we appoint on merit.

Unlock Your Potential and Thrive with STAR MAT! We're dedicated to supporting our staff with a comprehensive package of opportunities, incentives, and benefits designed to enhance your well-being and career growth. Enjoy:

  • Exclusive Savings and Experiences: Dive into our employee benefits website, your gateway to fantastic discounts on everything from everyday shopping to dream holidays and unforgettable days out.

  • Your Well-being Matters: Access our confidential Employee Assistance helpline for expert advice and support, empowering you to navigate life's challenges with confidence.

  • Invest in Your Future: Embrace continuous training and development opportunities, fostering your professional growth and unlocking new possibilities.

A Safe and Inclusive Environment: At STAR MAT, the safeguarding of children is paramount. We are committed to creating a safe and nurturing environment for all. As part of our commitment, successful candidates will undergo DBS checks, pre-employment checks, and online searches, all conducted with professionalism and respect for your privacy. We champion equality and ensure fair and equitable treatment for every member of our team.

At STAR we believe that diversity and inclusion are integral to our success. We are committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered to achieve their full potential.

We actively seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most talented individuals from a wide range of backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences. We celebrate the unique contributions of each team member and are dedicated to fostering a culture of equality, where differences are not only embraced but are seen as a source of strength.

We understand that diversity drives innovation and creativity, and we are dedicated to building a diverse team that reflects the communities we serve. Our commitment to diversity and inclusion is reflected in our policies, practices, and the way we do business. We strive to ensure that our recruitment processes are fair, unbiased, and inclusive, and we are continuously working to improve them. Visit the website here for access to our recruitment policies.

Commitment to safeguarding

Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment.

Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance.

Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant):
childcare disqualification
Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS)
medical
online and social media
prohibition from teaching
right to work
satisfactory references
suitability to work with children

You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.

Applying for the job

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

CVs are not accepted.

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About Sherburn High School

School type
Academy, ages 11 to 18
Education phase
Secondary
School size
857 pupils enrolled
Age range
11 to 18
Ofsted report
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School location

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