Assistant Head of House

Location: Challney High School for Boys

Contract Type: Permanent

Hours of work: Term time (plus five training days), 37 hours per week

Salary: L5 – starting at £15.56 per hour – Actual Salary £26,096 per annum

Closing date: 9:00am Wednesday 18th March 2026

Over view of the job

We have a fantastic opportunity for an energetic and motivated individual to join our friendly pastoral team. 

You would be part of a strong and committed team who make significant contributions towards improving academic outcomes.

The successful candidate will:

• Be a key point of contact for pupils with challenging behaviours, providing mentorship and support to allow students to develop more effective social skills.
• Support the roles of Head of House and Classroom Teacher in developing and applying effective strategies for resolving behaviour issues in and around the school.
• Cultivate strong relationships with the student and parent communities, focussing on positive communication based approaches to supporting students to achieve high standards of behaviour for learning.

Knowledge of a second language, Bromcom, Microsoft Office and Google would be an advantage.

Purpose of the post

To assist the Pastoral Team in all aspects of pastoral work, including inclusion and improving academic outcomes.

If you have an unwavering commitment to safeguarding young people, high levels of personal resilience and thrive in an environment where no two days are the same, then we want to hear from you.

Full training, support and induction will be provided.

In line with our commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our pupils, this appointment will be subject to an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.

We are unable to accept CVs.

We thank you for your interest in this role.  

For further information, please contact Laura Miller, Personnel Administrator, via email lmiller@challneyboys.co.uk.

We offer a range of employee benefits:

• A comprehensive induction programme and a supportive working environment including access to Teaching School Hubs and Initial Teacher Training
• Exceptional CPD and development / promotional opportunities
• Refer a friend scheme
• Generous pension schemes
• Employee assistance programme
• Employee of the month scheme
• Diverse workplace

The closing date for applications is 9:00am Wednesday 18th March 2026.

Early applications are welcomed and we reserve the right to interview early should a suitable candidate apply.  Please note this vacancy will close when an appointment has been made and without further notice.

Interviews will take place week commencing Monday 23rd March 2026.

Visit our website: www.challneyboys.co.uk

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