Our Lady of the Magnificat MAC are looking to recruit a non-teaching Head of Year. This is a full time, fixed term position to cover maternity leave, based at St Benedict’s Catholic High School, Alcester. The role involves working term time only plus 2 weeks (40 weeks per year).

 The successful candidate will:

•          Take responsibility for the pastoral and academic welfare of pupils in a particular year group.
•          Raise standards of student attainment and achievement within the year group and to monitor and support student progress.
•          Be accountable for student progress and development within the year group.
•          Develop and enhance the practice of others.
•          Remove barriers to learning and have an impact on students’ life chances.

 As we strive to become an employer of choice, not only will you be joining a progressive multi-academy company, you will also receive a competitive benefits package:

• Health & wellbeing initiatives
• Continuous career and personal development
• Family friendly policies
• Excellent pension scheme

Some of our roles attract a high level of interest and for this reason we review applications as they are received, therefore on occasions this means roles may close earlier than advertised; so early applications are highly recommended.

We recognise that a diverse and inclusive workforce is essential to achieving our core mission, therefore we actively encourage a wide diversity of applications. We also are committed to being an equal opportunities employer we will make reasonable adjustments required for interview where requested. Please discuss any requirements you may have with us.

The MAC is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff & volunteers to share this commitment. As such we will be implementing the use of online searches for all posts in line with guidance from KCSIE 2024. Online searches are not part of the shortlisting process itself and candidates will have a chance to address any issues of concern that come up during the search at interview. The post is subject to an enhanced DBS Statement.