We are seeking to appoint a Head of Year 8   to support learning  through the use of data, strategic intervention and monitoring in order to maximise student attainment.  

About the role

Work alongside the Year Manager to monitor all students in the assigned year group, both academically and with behavioural and pastoral issues

Plan and lead assemblies for relevant year group to support academy culture and ethos

Work closely with the Year Manager, the SENCo and senior leaders on intervention strategies, targeting students for intervention and other issues which may present a barrier to learning

Support the Year Manager to have emphasis on intervention and student tracking throughout the day via the C and R system

Attend meetings with external agencies when necessary

Support the Year Manager to record safeguarding incidents, including the production of reports on students for multi-agency meetings

Lead and quality assure decisions around behaviour related incidents and liaise with SLT regarding suitable outcomes

Attend safeguarding Case Conferences on behalf of the academy and provide feedback to the delegated person where necessary

Attend and, where necessary, chair Children in Need and Team Around the Child meetings, including the co-ordination of the minutes and future meetings

Undertake referrals for students and/or their families as specific needs are identified

Support SLT/Year Manager at readmission meetings

Dealing with any immediate problems or emergencies according to the Academy’s policies and procedures

Respect confidential issues linked to home/students/teacher/academy work following the Trust’s Data Protection and Freedom of Information Policy;

Fire Marshall duties in the case of Fire and/or Emergency Evacuation were applicable

To comply with the Academy’s Child Safeguarding Procedures, including regular liaison with the Academy’s Designated Child Safeguarding Person over any safeguarding issues or concerns;

To comply with the Academy policies and procedures at all times.

About our Academy 

We are unapologetically ambitious and have the highest expectations and aspirations for our students throughout Years 7 to 11. We want all students to achieve highly, but alongside academic excellence, we aim to develop young people who leave the academy with a secure sense of identity and understanding of diversity and as well-rounded confident young people who are ready and able to embrace the challenges of adult life.  

Salary & Benefits 

About The David Ross Education Trust 

The David Ross Education Trust’s mission is to give every child attending one of our schools a world-class education. 

We are a network of unique and diverse academies across the country, committed to delivering a world-class, knowledge-rich education that empowers pupils to reach their fullest potential.  Spanning North Yorkshire, the East Riding of Yorkshire, North-East Lincolnshire, the East Midlands and London, our network of 36 academies serves over 14,600 pupils and employs 2,300 dedicated staff. 

Our family of schools includes 24 primaries, 10 secondaries, an all-through school in London’s Olympic Park, and a special school in Lincolnshire supporting pupils aged 2–19 with a broad range of special educational needs.  As one of only 11 system leaders nationwide, we are recognised for our unwavering commitment to educational excellence, our innovative curriculum, and ability to drive sustained school improvement at scale.  At the heart of our Mission is a deep belief in the transformative power of education.  We are committed to ensuring that every child – regardless of their background – has access to an exceptional academic experience enriched by extensive co-curricular opportunities.  From small rural primaries to large urban secondaries, our academies benefit from the strength of a collaborative, values-driven community, in which expertise is shared, best practices are embedded, and each school retains its distinctive character. 

We broaden the horizons of young people by inspiring students to become their confident, academic best via an education that creates academically gifted, confident, well-rounded young people in the classroom, in the workplace and in their communities.   

We are driven to provide our young people with access to a world-class education and enrichment experiences. Our students benefit from a wealth of opportunities to develop, learn and lead.  From the classroom to cultural visits, sports, music and arts and engaging with our local communities, the rich and varied experiences we create help fuel ambition and unlock potential. The education and experiences we offer equips our young people with the leadership skills, team spirit, resilience and confidence to become outstanding citizens. 

Whatever your role you will contribute towards creating a rich and exciting learning environment that also offers our students an unrivalled package of sporting and cultural enrichment. 

We are incredibly lucky to be able to work alongside outstanding organisations and individuals who are happy to share their expertise and skills in supporting the David Ross Foundation's vision to give children better life chances through access to the best education and support we can give them. 

Apply now 

To complete our on-line application form, please use the ‘apply now’ tab. 

Early applications are advised. We receive high numbers of applications for our roles and therefore have to close the vacancy prior to the closing date in order to review candidates' details against our job criteria before shortlisting or re-opening the vacancy. 

The David Ross Education Trust is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to providing a fair, equitable and mutually supportive learning and working environment for our students and staff.  

It is our objective to ensure that job applicants and staff are treated solely on the basis of their merits, abilities and potential. We do not discriminate against any applicants on the basis of any protected characteristics. 

The David Ross Education Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and applicants must be willing to undergo vetting appropriate to the post, including a social media presence check and Enhanced DBS check. The successful applicant will be expected to adhere to all safeguarding, welfare and health and safety policies and procedures of the Trust. 

All pre-employment checks are in line with "Keeping Children Safe in Education" statutory guidance.