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Head of Year

Full Time Permanent Contract

Main Scale/UPS/TLR 1.1 (£10,174)

Start date:

September 2026

We are looking for an inspirational and enthusiastic leader who has the qualities and desire to be a Head of Year. You will be an aspirational, caring, and compassionate person who embodies the school ethos of ‘kindness, aspiration, perseverance’. This is an excellent time to be joining the team as we transition from a House system to a Year system. The successful candidate will be pivotal in shaping the new Head of Year role.

They will also be an exceptional practitioner in their teaching speciality. The Purbeck School offers a supportive and innovative workplace where young people are at the heart of everything we do. With a strong commitment to outstanding pastoral care, we are proud that our May 2025 Ofsted inspection judged the school to be ‘exceptional’ in many areas.

Applications from candidates who specialise in teaching Maths, History or RE will be prioritised.

If you have any questions about the Head of Year role, or wish to visit, then please contact Sarah Penney via email: spenneysex.ac.

Closing date:
Wednesday 18th February 2026

Interview will be held on Tuesday 24th February 2026

The Purbeck School values the diversity of our workforce and welcomes applications from all members of the community. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and this is a commitment we expect all staff and volunteers to share. The successful candidate will be required to have a Disclosure and Barring Service check in line with the Government safer recruitment guidelines.

Wide Wallet is an employee benefits platform provided by Wessex Multi Academy Trust. You can join for free and access a variety of discounts on everyday shopping, holidays and eating out. Wider Wallet can be used to save money, educate yourself on ways to improve your physical, mental, and financial wellbeing. Members can also opt in to a monthly email to find out about our latest offers and enter competitions to win great prizes, such as tickets to top UK attractions and holidays.

The Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) provides a wide range of benefits to support emotional, social and physical wellbeing. Users have easy access to services via a range of modes, including a 24/7 helpline, app, and digital wellbeing hub, to enable maximum flexibility. Therapeutic services can be accessed where clinically appropriate, including counselling and computerized Cognitive Behaviour Therapy, supported by fully qualified staff.

A broad range of information and resources respond to holistic wellbeing needs, not solely mental health, aiming to address the many life factors that can affect wellbeing. The provision of the service can help mitigate the risks associated with working within an educational environment and offer professional advice and guidance on a range of health aspects related to fitness to work with students.

Health Cash Plan – The Trust provides the basic package, covering the employee and any dependents (under 18 or up to 21/24 if in full‑time education). There is an option to upgrade the plan through salary sacrifice.

This role is UK based and your Right to Work will need to be established as part of the appointment process.

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