Head of Year

Salary: Grade 7 (NJC scale points 19 – 23) £28,731 - £30,858
Contract: Permanent, 36 hours, term time plus 5 days
Start date: September 2026

Are you passionate about supporting young people to thrive both academically and personally? Do you have the drive to inspire students and lead with care, ambition and positivity?

Moorside High School, part of Consilium Academies, is seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Head of Year to join our pastoral team. This is a rewarding opportunity to play a key role in shaping the experiences, wellbeing and success of our students within a vibrant, inclusive and supportive school community.

At Moorside High School, we pride ourselves on getting the balance right between academic achievement, pastoral care and wider enrichment opportunities. We are ambitious for every student and committed to ensuring all young people leave us ready for their next successful chapter.

About the Role

As Head of Year, you will:

• Lead and support a team of Form Tutors
• Promote high standards of attendance, behaviour and achievement
• Provide pastoral care, guidance and intervention for students
• Build strong relationships with families, staff and external agencies
• Lead assemblies, year group initiatives and student support strategies
• Help create a positive and inclusive culture where every student can succeed

What We’re Looking For

We are seeking someone who:

• Has excellent communication and organisational skills
• Can motivate and inspire young people
• Is calm, resilient and solution-focused
• Has experience working with young people and families
• Is committed to safeguarding, inclusion and student wellbeing

Experience within a school or pastoral setting is highly desirable.

Why Join Us?

At Moorside High School and Consilium Academies, we are committed to supporting staff to flourish through:

• A welcoming and collaborative team culture
• High-quality professional development opportunities
• A strong focus on staff wellbeing
• Opportunities to grow within a successful Multi-Academy Trust

If you are ready to make a lasting difference to the lives of young people and be part of a school community that truly cares, we would love to hear from you.

Applications and Information

For further information about the role please see attached recruitment pack including, job description and person specification.

If you have any questions about the role or would like to arrange a visit to Moorside High School, please contact  mhsinfo@consilium-at.com.

Closing date for applications is 9.00am, Monday 22^nd June 2026

Interviews will take place on a date to be confirmed.

Please ensure that within your application you provide the names, addresses, and contact details for two referees, one of whom should be your current or most recent employer.

We look forward to welcoming a new team member who shares our commitment to excellence in education!

Consilium Academies is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Appointments are made subject to an Enhanced DBS Check, and where applicable, a prohibition from teaching check will be completed for all applicants.

The Trust is an equal opportunity employer.  We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Under Part 7 of the Immigration Act 2016, the Public Sector fluency duty requires state funded schools to ensure candidates for their customer facing roles have the necessary standard of spoken English.