Head of ; non-teaching Job Lichfield area,England UK,Education / Teaching

Nether Stowe School is seeking to appoint a dedicated and highly organised Head of Year (Non-Teaching) to join our pastoral team. This is an excellent opportunity for an internal member of staff who is passionate about student wellbeing, behaviour, and pastoral care to take on a key leadership role within the school community.

The Head of Year will play a vital role in supporting students' personal development, wellbeing, behaviour, and attendance. Working closely with the Senior Leadership Team, pastoral staff, teachers, and families, the successful candidate will ensure that all students are supported to achieve their full potential both academically and personally.

This is a non-teaching position, focused on leading the pastoral provision for a year group and ensuring high standards of behaviour, attendance, and engagement.

Key Responsibilities

Lead and coordinate the pastoral care of a designated year group

Monitor and support student attendance, behaviour, and wellbeing

Act as the key point of contact for students, parents/carers, and staff regarding pastoral matters

Work closely with tutors, safeguarding leads, and senior leaders to support vulnerable students

Implement behaviour and attendance strategies in line with school policies

Support restorative conversations and behaviour interventions

Analyse pastoral data to identify trends and implement appropriate support

Promote a positive culture and sense of belonging within the year group

Contribute to safeguarding and wellbeing support across the school

What you'll need to succeed

Have strong interpersonal and organisational skills

Be able to build positive relationships with students, families, and staff

Be calm, resilient, and solution-focused when managing challenging situations

Have experience working with young people in an educational or pastoral setting

Be committed to promoting high standards of behaviour, attendance, and wellbeing

Demonstrate discretion and professionalism when dealing with sensitive matters

What you'll get in return

A supportive and collaborative working environment

Opportunities for professional development and career progression

Access to high-quality CPD and mentoring

An Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) and employee benefits package.

A competitive pension scheme through the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS).

Professional development and wellbeing days, supporting your continued learning and wellbeing.

We reserve the right to close this advert early should sufficient applications be received or the role be successfully filled.