We are seeking a passionate and dedicated individual to join our team as an Assistant Head of Year (Non-Teaching). This role is integral to the pastoral care and overall well-being of our students. The Assistant Head of Year will work closely with the Head of Year and other staff members to support students in their personal and academic development.

The ideal candidate will have a genuine interest in working with young people and a strong commitment to promoting their welfare and success.

Some Key Responsibilities include:

• To collate and distribute student performance data
• To follow up instances of student absence and liaise with parent/carers, inclusion team, attendance team, tutors and other staff on attendance or performance issues. Generate letters of concern as identified by Head of Years. 
• Arrange Student Support for open days/consultative meetings and other key school events e.g. Options Evenings, Year 6 Welcome Evenings and Sixth Form Open Evenings etc as appropriate.
• Promote the highest standards of pupil behaviour; support colleagues with behaviour management; to be proactive in identifying behavioural problems and in leading strategies for individual improvement.
• Foster a multi-agency approach and liaise with school staff and external agencies as required to support the needs of the pupils.
• Work with pupils on an individual and group basis to contribute to more effective learning through improved behaviour, attendance and social skills. This may also take place in curriculum time where appropriate.
• Assist in the recording of behaviour incidents using the school system.

For more information please see the attached Applicant Information Pack

We offer our staff an excellent induction programme within a friendly and supportive environment, and are committed to providing high quality professional development. This enables continuous improvement in teaching and learning.

The Appleton School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check.