Head of Year -Pastoral
Ormiston Victory Academy, Norwich, Norfolk, NR5 0PX36 days remaining to apply
Start date details
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Closing date
4 November 2024 at 9am
Date listed
27 September 2024
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
- £26,059.00 - £29,197.00 Annually (Actual) FTE - £30,296 to £33,945
Head of Year -Pastoral job summary
We are looking for a non-teaching Head of Year for Pastoral to support the Designated Safeguarding Lead, acting as a source of support, advice and expertise for staff within the school for child protection and safeguarding. They would also support a year team with student pastoral and attendance issues.
About us
There has never been a more exciting time to be at Ormiston Victory Academy. We became an academy in September 2010 and became Outstanding during Ofsted in May 2013. Students and staff are at the heart of the academy and we are committed to providing our Victory community with a vast range of opportunities.
Joining Ormiston Victory Academy, all members of staff have access to a first-rate induction programme, staff development and the opportunity to shape the future of the academy. We expect nothing short of excellence from all our staff, in return, we offer a fantastic place to work and make a difference.
Our new colleague will also benefit from being part of Ormiston Academies Trust, a MAT of 43 primary and secondary academies. The Trust’s vision is for all young people to have access to the highest academic, social and practical skills required to achieve their full potential. OAT support all staff so that they can enhance and develop their professional skills whatever their role within the trust.
About you
With appropriate experience and qualifications reflecting a strong background in welfare and safeguarding practice, you will have a track record of working with and supporting vulnerable young people in an educational, youth or social service settings. You must have the ability to communicate with students, and to motivate and support them in their studies.
We are looking for a focused and conscientious individual, with a calm, caring and patient approach who has the relevant skills and ability to:
- De-escalate situations and being able to support students to regulate their emotions
- Conduct restorative conversations
- Form positive relationships, work effectively with other key staff, outside agencies and liaise with parents when necessary
- Undertake training and attend meetings as necessary
The post offers a fulfilling opportunity to work with a committed team and the young people in our welcoming academy community. The successful candidate will join a highly dedicated support team working within a thriving, growing and ambitious academy with high aspirations and standards. This post is open to any applicant with suitable skills and experience.
We would encourage candidates to explore our website for more information about Victory Academy and view our virtual tours. If you have any questions, please contact Nicole Hawes, PA to the Principal on n.hawes@ormistonvictoryacademy.co.uk
Closing date for applications: 9:00 am on Monday 4th November 2024. We may interview and appoint earlier and therefore suggest candidates submit their application as soon as possible.
Interviews expected to be held by: Friday 8th November 2024
Ormiston Victory Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share in this commitment. Ormiston Academies Trust embraces diversity and promotes equality of opportunity.
All successful appointments will be subject to suitability checks in accordance with KCSIE, including identity, Right to Work, qualifications, online searches, prohibition check, two references and enhanced DBS check including Children’s Barred List.
The post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (ROA) 1974. Guidance on the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the Exceptions Order 1975, which provides information about which convictions must be declared during job applications and related exceptions, can be found here: https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/new-guidance-on-the-rehabilitation-of-offenders-act-1974
Commitment to safeguarding
Ormiston Victory Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful applicant will be required to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service.
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.
About Ormiston Victory Academy
- School type
- Academy, ages 11 to 18
- Education phase
- View all Secondaryjobs
- School size
- 1414 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 11 to 18
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report (opens in new tab)
- School website
- Ormiston Victory Academy website (opens in new tab)
Ormiston Victory was graded ‘outstanding’ in its 2013 inspection by Ofsted and we are committed to making this success sustainable for future generations.
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