Blue Coat Church of England Academy Head of Year 35 hours per week (Term Time 10 days) NJC 24-28 (Dependant on experience) We are seeking to appoint a suitably qualified, inspiring and enthusiastic Head of Year to join our dedicated Pastoral Team at an exciting time in the school’s history. Blue Coat Church of England Academy is an inclusive learning environment and we are committed to allowing pupils of all ages and abilities to access a broad and engaging curriculum. The school has been rated as ‘Good’ by Ofsted in each of its last three inspections, most recently in January 2023: “Blue Coat Church of England Academy is an inclusive school where kindness flourishes. The school’s values include wisdom, service, endurance and hope. The school’s culture is rooted in these values. There are positive relationships between staff and pupils. Staff know their pupils well, and pupils feel cared for. Staff have high expectations, and pupils live up to these.” Blue Coat Church of England Academy is one of the oldest educational establishments in Walsall, is well-respected and valued by the community it serves. We operate on a very collaborative approach to school improvement working with a range of other schools and nationally recognised trainers. The school is very proud of the family ethos which pervades all aspects of its work, which is grounded in Christian values. In order to be considered for interview, you must fully complete the application form and demonstrate your ability to meet the requirements outlined in the job description. The application form must be completed in full and C.V.s cannot be accepted. Please refer to school website for an application form and job description: https://www.bluecoatacademy.org/vacancies/ Closing date: Friday 7th February 2025 at 11a.m. Interviews will take place, in person, within 10 working days Applications to be returned to applicationsbluecoatacademy.org Blue Coat Church of England Academy is committed to the highest standards of safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils. All staff and volunteers are expected to share this commitment. This post is subject to enhanced DBS disclosure and a ‘prohibition from teaching’ check will be completed for all applicants. We are committed to the active promotion of equal opportunities and welcome applications from all backgrounds. Actual Salary (Indicative) Point 24 £ £29,743, Point 28 £32,885