Job Ref No. ECC5402-596S
Position Type:
Head of Year Pay Range:
Actual starting salary £27,102 per annum Position Start Date:
01/09/2025 Contract Type:
Full-time Contract Term:
Permanent Application Close:
27/01/2025 Midday Date of Interviews:
W/c Monday 27 January 2025 Please apply directly:
Apply Here We are seeking to appoint an Assistant Head of Year with effect from September 2025. The main purpose of the role is to support the Head of Year with collaborative responsibility for the well-being of students within a year group to ensure that the students' impeccable conduct reflects the academy's effective strategies to promote high standards of behaviour. This role also includes being a key lead for the safeguarding of students within that year group. Personal Qualities
The successful applicant should have qualifications in Maths and English at minimum C grade [or grade 4] GCSE or equivalent Level 2 qualifications. Applicants should be hardworking, enthusiastic, and have a high level of commitment and ability to focus on fostering the teaching, learning, and personal development of Year 7 to 13 students. Responsibilities of the Post Holder
Responsibilities of the post holder will be in accordance with the Assistant Head of Year's job description. Remuneration and Working Time
This is a permanent role, and the hours are 37 hours per week for 41 weeks per annum (one week of inset days included). The annual salary for a support colleague will be in accordance with the academy Support Staff Pay Scale, which for appointment for a full-time post currently involves a salary of up to £29,939 (Band 4 Point 26, 2024/25 pay awards), and the actual salary offered will be £27,102, inclusive of allowance for holiday pay. Salaries are reviewed by national negotiation with effect from 1 April each year. Progression through the pay scale is subject to an acceptable annual performance development review process. We can offer you:
A highly supportive and friendly working environment Electric Vehicle Scheme 24/7 Free Employee Assistance Programme (offering individual support, information and advice including financial, legal, and home-life and work-related issues) CPD opportunities and Internal Promotion Up to 25% Gym Membership Free staff car park Essex Working Well Wellbeing Service (health and wellbeing support and guidance) Access to Workplace Health Champions Access to Mental Health First Aiders Application Process
If you are interested in the position and wish to discuss the post prior to application, please email Mrs. Dorcas Ologunde, Director of HR at
d.ologunde@plume.essex.sch.uk , to arrange a telephone conversation. We are very proud of our academy and what we can offer new members of our collaborative team. The Director of HR will be pleased to discuss the post and provide more information about the post and the academy in general. To apply please complete the Online Plume Academy application form
here . This must be completed and submitted by the closing date and time stated (unaccompanied CV's or third-party application forms will not be accepted). Closing Date:
noon Monday 27 January 2025 Interviews are likely to take place on the week commencing Monday 27 January 2025. Plume Academy remains fully committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff, volunteers, and trustees to share this commitment. Information about the School
Work at a place where you feel valued and recognised. An environment where imagination and creativity counts. Work with us. Currently the third largest secondary school in Essex as a single academy trust and growing, we are focused on enhancing our future structure and have roles where we are seeking people who can bring fresh perspectives and new variety for the benefits of our students. At Plume Academy you will find the space to develop your talents, the freedom to contribute, and the opportunity to grow as part of our welcoming and inclusive family. Employing over 250 staff, from teaching and learning to management and administration, you will find opportunities at every level, across both of our campuses. Our people share a determination to push boundaries, think differently, and achieve more. As an employee, you’ll play a crucial part in assisting with our continual development. In return, we will support, nurture, and reward you with benefits from training and development to responsibility recognition. Plume had a successful Ofsted inspection in November 2023 and was judged a ‘good’ Academy. Ofsted acknowledged the high quality of teaching and excellent relationships in the Academy. Plume Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. All appointments are therefore subject to satisfactory DBS and Immigration Checks, demonstration of ability, together with the receipt of references. If you would like to telephone the HR Department prior to completing the application form, they would be pleased to discuss the role in further detail and arrange a visit to the academy. We look forward to hearing from you! All appointments are subject to safer recruitment requirements to ensure the safeguarding of children and young people. All positions will involve appropriate checks and clearances.
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Head of Year Pay Range:
Actual starting salary £27,102 per annum Position Start Date:
01/09/2025 Contract Type:
Full-time Contract Term:
Permanent Application Close:
27/01/2025 Midday Date of Interviews:
W/c Monday 27 January 2025 Please apply directly:
Apply Here We are seeking to appoint an Assistant Head of Year with effect from September 2025. The main purpose of the role is to support the Head of Year with collaborative responsibility for the well-being of students within a year group to ensure that the students' impeccable conduct reflects the academy's effective strategies to promote high standards of behaviour. This role also includes being a key lead for the safeguarding of students within that year group. Personal Qualities
The successful applicant should have qualifications in Maths and English at minimum C grade [or grade 4] GCSE or equivalent Level 2 qualifications. Applicants should be hardworking, enthusiastic, and have a high level of commitment and ability to focus on fostering the teaching, learning, and personal development of Year 7 to 13 students. Responsibilities of the Post Holder
Responsibilities of the post holder will be in accordance with the Assistant Head of Year's job description. Remuneration and Working Time
This is a permanent role, and the hours are 37 hours per week for 41 weeks per annum (one week of inset days included). The annual salary for a support colleague will be in accordance with the academy Support Staff Pay Scale, which for appointment for a full-time post currently involves a salary of up to £29,939 (Band 4 Point 26, 2024/25 pay awards), and the actual salary offered will be £27,102, inclusive of allowance for holiday pay. Salaries are reviewed by national negotiation with effect from 1 April each year. Progression through the pay scale is subject to an acceptable annual performance development review process. We can offer you:
A highly supportive and friendly working environment Electric Vehicle Scheme 24/7 Free Employee Assistance Programme (offering individual support, information and advice including financial, legal, and home-life and work-related issues) CPD opportunities and Internal Promotion Up to 25% Gym Membership Free staff car park Essex Working Well Wellbeing Service (health and wellbeing support and guidance) Access to Workplace Health Champions Access to Mental Health First Aiders Application Process
If you are interested in the position and wish to discuss the post prior to application, please email Mrs. Dorcas Ologunde, Director of HR at
d.ologunde@plume.essex.sch.uk , to arrange a telephone conversation. We are very proud of our academy and what we can offer new members of our collaborative team. The Director of HR will be pleased to discuss the post and provide more information about the post and the academy in general. To apply please complete the Online Plume Academy application form
here . This must be completed and submitted by the closing date and time stated (unaccompanied CV's or third-party application forms will not be accepted). Closing Date:
noon Monday 27 January 2025 Interviews are likely to take place on the week commencing Monday 27 January 2025. Plume Academy remains fully committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff, volunteers, and trustees to share this commitment. Information about the School
Work at a place where you feel valued and recognised. An environment where imagination and creativity counts. Work with us. Currently the third largest secondary school in Essex as a single academy trust and growing, we are focused on enhancing our future structure and have roles where we are seeking people who can bring fresh perspectives and new variety for the benefits of our students. At Plume Academy you will find the space to develop your talents, the freedom to contribute, and the opportunity to grow as part of our welcoming and inclusive family. Employing over 250 staff, from teaching and learning to management and administration, you will find opportunities at every level, across both of our campuses. Our people share a determination to push boundaries, think differently, and achieve more. As an employee, you’ll play a crucial part in assisting with our continual development. In return, we will support, nurture, and reward you with benefits from training and development to responsibility recognition. Plume had a successful Ofsted inspection in November 2023 and was judged a ‘good’ Academy. Ofsted acknowledged the high quality of teaching and excellent relationships in the Academy. Plume Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. All appointments are therefore subject to satisfactory DBS and Immigration Checks, demonstration of ability, together with the receipt of references. If you would like to telephone the HR Department prior to completing the application form, they would be pleased to discuss the role in further detail and arrange a visit to the academy. We look forward to hearing from you! All appointments are subject to safer recruitment requirements to ensure the safeguarding of children and young people. All positions will involve appropriate checks and clearances.
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