Head of Year

The Blue Coat School Basingstoke, Basingstoke, Hampshire, RG22 6HA

33 days remaining to apply

• Start date details

  September 2025 or as soon as possible

• Closing date

  20 June 2025 at 11:59pm

• Date listed

  16 May 2025

Job details

• Job role:
  • Head of year or phase
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Key stage: Key stage 3, Key stage 4
• Working pattern: Full time
• Contract type: Permanent
• Pay scale: MPR/UPR
• Additional allowances:

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What skills and experience we're looking for

We are looking for a new Head of Year who will initially be in either KS3 or KS4 and then move up through the school with the year group. We are able to accept applications from all subject areas but the ability to teach English, Maths or Science would be an advantage.

Current pastoral experience is not essential and you will manage a pastoral support officer and tutor team.

We welcome applications from a range of staff from more experienced teachers to those newer to the profession; we can somewhat shape the position for the correct person and will look positively on all applicants. The school actively encourages applicants from a range of backgrounds and is proud of the diversity of the staff.

What the school offers its staff

The Blue Coat School joined the South Farnham Educational Trust and is the second, secondary school alongside Brighton Hill School. As such, we are in a great position to be at the forefront of educational developments to provide the best possible school experience for our students.

There is a strong sense of community within the school and a real desire amongst staff to grow and develop our teaching and provision. We are committed to ensuring a truly inclusive, enjoyable and successful school environment for all children.

Every student has a place in our school and the team are committed to high standards and expectations in every aspect of our work. We aim to grow and develop as a school community to meet these expectations which will best prepare our students for a successful and happy life after their journey with us.

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

Apply for the job by following the link below.

CVs are not accepted.

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.

Additional documents

If you need these documents in an accessible format, please contact the school.

TBCS Head of Year.docx - 170 KB (opens in new tab)

About The Blue Coat School Basingstoke

• School type: Academy, ages 11 to 16
• Education phase: Secondary
• School size: Up to 1000 pupils
• Age range: 11 to 16
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• School website: The Blue Coat School Basingstoke website
• Email address: recruitment@aldworth.hants.sch.uk
• Phone number: 01256322691
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/aldworth-school-basingstoke

Arranging a visit to The Blue Coat School Basingstoke

To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email recruitment@aldworth.hants.sch.uk.

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