Assistant Head

Job Title: Assistant Head of Year

Location: Abbeyfield School, Northampton

Salary: Grade G, Point 8 to 13: £27,709 to £30,023 FTE

Start Date: 1st January 2027

Contract Type: Maternity Cover

Working Pattern: 37 hours, 1 year cover.

Abbeyfield School is seeking a dedicated and proactive Assistant Head of Year to join our pastoral team on a maternity cover basis. Working closely with the Head of Year, you will support students' wellbeing, attendance, behaviour and personal development, building strong relationships with students, families and staff. You will be confident working in a fast-paced environment, have high expectations for young people, and be committed to creating a culture where every student feels safe, supported and able to achieve their potential.

Experience working with young people and the ability to build positive, supportive relationships that encourage high aspirations and achievement.

A strong understanding of behaviour management strategies, alongside the confidence to address challenges, support restorative approaches, and promote high standards of attendance, punctuality, and conduct.

Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to work collaboratively with students, families, colleagues, and external stakeholders while maintaining professionalism and confidentiality

The pastoral team at Abbeyfield School is committed to ensuring every student feels valued, supported, and empowered to succeed. Working collaboratively across year groups and departments, the team promotes excellent attendance, positive behaviour, student wellbeing, and safeguarding. Through strong relationships and a student-centred approach, the team plays a vital role in creating a calm, inclusive, and ambitious culture where all students can thrive.

Based on the role responsibilities and purpose.

Abbeyfield School is a values-led community where staff are supported, empowered, and inspired to make a real impact. Guided by our principles of Ambition, Respect, and Kindness
, we foster a collaborative culture where every team member plays a vital role in shaping the future of our students. Staff wellbeing is a genuine priority, with clear systems, consistent processes, and a calendar that supports work-life balance.

Professional development is central to our ethos. Whether you're starting out or stepping into leadership, you'll benefit from high-quality CPD, coaching, and opportunities to collaborate across Creative Education Trust schools. Our students are curious, courteous, and eager to learn, and our inclusive, restorative approach to behaviour helps every learner feel safe and supported.

Abbeyfield is a school where staff are trusted to lead, reflect, and grow. With excellent facilities and a strong team ethos, it’s a place where you can develop your career and be part of something meaningful. If you’re looking for a school that values its people and puts students at the heart of everything, Abbeyfield is the place for you. To find out more please visit our website.

Creative Education Trust is a growing network of 17 schools, educating over 13,500 children and young people across England. Since 2010, we’ve worked in partnership with communities to deliver an education that inspires ambition, promotes equity, and unlocks opportunity for every learner.

We believe every child has talent, every community has strength, and every school can be a place where excellence thrives. Our curriculum is rich, broad, and inclusive - designed to build knowledge, nurture creativity, and prepare students for the future.

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