Blandford Forum - Head of Year
Head of Year – Full Time – Permanent (TLR1.2)
Required: September 2025 or January 2026
The Blandford School is seeking to appoint a highly motivated Head of Year to join our thriving and supportive school. The successful applicant will have the opportunity to lead a year group, creating a positive culture and ethos in line with our school values of Respect, Effort, Positive Attitude and Perseverance.Teachers of all subjects will be considered, but the ability to teach PE will be an advantage.
Heads of Year oversee the behaviour, attendance, pastoral care and academic progress of their year group and lead a team of tutors delivering our Personal Development Curriculum.
This post would suit candidates with some pastoral experience looking forward to a new and exciting challenge.
WHY CHOOSE US
The Blandford School is a popular and successful 11-18 comprehensive school with high aspirations for our students, judged ‘Good’ in all areas at our last inspection and situated in the beautiful county of Dorset, 30 minutes from the beaches of Poole and Bournemouth and 40 minutes from the New Forest National Park.With outstanding modern facilities, and inspirational and dedicated staff, our students achieve above the national average and progress to a wide range of destinations.
The school has an excellent CPD programme based on the latest research evidence to ensure that all teachers, no matter their level of experience, are able to develop and improve. We are focussed on ensuring staff well-being and pride ourselves on a supportive team approach.
WHAT WE OFFER:
- A strong commitment to your professional development and career management
- Excellent CPD opportunities to grow and develop through mentorship and coaching
- Onsite parking
- Onsite canteen which is open to staff all day
- An opportunity to be part of a supportive and forward-thinking team
- A range of opportunities outside of work to socialise with colleagues
JOB REQUIREMENTS:
- QTS (Qualified Teacher Status).
- A relevant degree
- This post is suitable for experienced candidates with some pastoral experience
THE SUCCESSFUL CANDIDATE WILL HAVE:
- The ability to lead a Year group and develop a positive culture and ethos
- A passion for pastoral care
- A passion for their subject and a commitment to embedding a lifelong love of learning to our students
- A high expectation for students of all abilities
- The ability to analyse various data streams to ensure effective support of students
- Forward thinking disposition, creative, receptive to change and able to work within and contribute to the continual development of the team.
- Knowledge of the pastoral care, external agencies and mechanism of support
We welcome candidates contacting / visiting the school prior to an application, please contact Katherine Burrows (Assistant Headteacher) kburrows@blandfordschool.org.uk for further information or to arrange a visit.
Closing Date: 17th June 2025
(The school reserves the right to interview prior to the closing date should suitable applicants apply)
The School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Any offer of employment will be subject to receipt of a satisfactory DBS Enhanced Disclosure and acceptable references, alongside other checks, including on-line searches in-line with the guidance contained within KCSIE.All applications must be made using the relevant application form.