Head of Year

Job Title: Head of Year

E ACT The Oldham Academy North is a dynamic and inclusive secondary academy located in Oldham.

Rooted in our core values of Trust, Endurance, Autonomy, and Mastery, we are committed to fostering an environment where students thrive academically, personally, and socially.

We hold ourselves to high expectations, challenging students to excel in all areas of their education, while inspiring them to become ambassadors of their community.

We are seeking an exceptional non teaching Head of Year to lead and support a cohort of students, ensuring they thrive both academically and personally.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead on pastoral care, behaviour, and attendance for your year group
• Provide targeted support and early intervention for vulnerable students
• Work closely with families, external agencies, and staff to support student success
• Monitor student progress, wellbeing, and engagement
• Promote a positive, inclusive, and safe school culture

Pay and Working Hours

Pay range: SCP 22-27 - £31,919.14 - £36,201.36 FTE: £33,699.00 - £38,220.00. 37 hours per week, 42 weeks per year.

Qualifications and Skills

• GCSEs (or equivalent) in English and Maths
• Safeguarding training (Level 2 or above; Level 3 desirable)
• Strong experience in pastoral care, behaviour, or student support
• Ability to manage challenging behaviour calmly and effectively
• Ability to work collaboratively with staff, families, and external agencies

Benefits

We offer a strong financial package including access to defined benefit pension schemes (LGPS or TPS), life cover at three times pensionable pay, and 31 days of annual leave for year round employees. Staff can also benefit from the Cycle to Work scheme, promoting healthy and sustainable commuting.

We invest heavily in staff development through tailored INSET days and high quality CPD opportunities. Teaching staff benefit from automatic TLR progression, a structured 9 point pay scale (M1 to UPS3), and full TLR payments for part time colleagues fulfilling full responsibilities.

Our people first culture values every colleague. We support wellbeing through the Wisdom app and a free Employee Assistance Programme offering counselling and financial advice. Collaboration is at the heart of our Trust, encouraging shared learning and collective success.

Equality, Diversity and Safeguarding

E ACT is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and vulnerable adults, and all appointments are subject to enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) checks and satisfactory references.

E ACT is also committed to promoting equality, challenging discrimination and developing community cohesion. We welcome applications from all sections of the community.