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  • Start date details

    01 September 2026

  • Closing date

    15 May 2026 at 8am

  • Date listed

    5 May 2026

Job details

Job role

  • Head of year or phase

Visa sponsorship

Visas cannot be sponsored

Working pattern

Full time

Contract type

Permanent

Full-time equivalent salary

£34,398.00 - £52,490.00 Annually (Actual) MPS/UPS (as appropriate)

Head of Year job summary

Pioneer Secondary Academy, part of the Sikh Academies Trust, is a vibrant and inclusive Sikh ethos school rooted in the values of Respect, Aspiration, Integrity, Seva, and Equality (RAISE).

We are seeking for an enthusiastic, committed and highly effective Head of Year to join our dedicated pastoral team. This role is ideal for a professional passionate about student wellbeing, attendance, and character development.

As a Head of Year, you will shape the student experience by leading your year group with clarity and compassion. You will be responsible for embedding our Character Virtues and delivering a pastoral curriculum that teaches students the values and expectations of Pioneer Secondary Academy.

We are seeking a leader who can implement motivational systems that drive students toward excellence while ensuring that achievements are regularly recognised and shared with families.

You will benefit from high-quality professional development, including tailored CPD and opportunities to pursue relevant NPQ qualifications, as part of our values-driven and aspirational community.

Please refer to the information pack for the detailed role description.

Commitment to Safeguarding:

The Sikh Academies Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. The successful candidate will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check.

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.
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Commitment to safeguarding

Pioneer Secondary Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. The successful candidate will be subject to an enhanced DBS record check.

Applying for the job

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About Pioneer Secondary Academy

School type
Free Schools, Sikh, ages 11 to 19
Education phase
Secondary school
School size
625 pupils enrolled
Age range
11 to 19
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School website
Pioneer Secondary Academy website
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Faith inspired education.

Pioneer Secondary Academy is a vibrant and inclusive school deeply rooted in our values of Respect, Aspiration, Integrity, Seva, and Equality (RAISE).

‘Mann Jeetay Jagg Jeet,’ which translates to ‘Conquer your mind, conquer the world’ encapsulates our dedication to nurturing leadership and personal growth.

We cultivate a school environment where exemplary behaviour and attitudes are the norm. Our school is a safe haven, where pupils are respected and valued, and where we welcome children of all faiths and none.

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