Location: Barrow-in-Furness, Cumbria
School Type: Large Secondary School / Academy
Contract Type: Full-Time, Temporary with a view to Permanent
Start Date: September
Salary: Competitive / Negotiable based on experience
About the Role
Are you an energetic and resilient professional looking to make a genuine impact on student outcomes?
A large, progressive secondary school in the Barrow-in-Furness area is seeking a dedicated Year Manager to join their pastoral team this September. Working with a specific year group, you will play a crucial role in bridging the gap between academic learning and pastoral welfare, supporting students to overcome barriers to education and thrive.
This position is offered on a temporary basis initially, with a clear view to transitioning into a permanent contract for the right individual.
Key Responsibilities
Pastoral Leadership: Serve as a key point of contact for students, parents, and external agencies regarding day-to-day welfare, behaviour, and personal development.
Behaviour & Attendance Tracking: Monitor and analyse attendance, punctuality, and behaviour data to implement early interventions and improve engagement.
Student Support: Work closely with vulnerable students, helping them manage social-emotional challenges and supporting SEN or safeguarding teams where required.
Collaboration: Partner closely with Year Leaders, Form Tutors, and teaching staff to cultivate a positive, focused learning environment across the year group.
Candidate Requirements
Experience: Previous background working with secondary-school-aged children (e.g., as a Year Manager, Pastoral Support Officer, Youth Worker, or Senior Teaching Assistant).
Skills: Exceptional communication and conflict-resolution skills, with a natural ability to build trusting relationships with teenagers.
Mindset: Firm, fair, and empathetic approach to managing student behaviour and promoting high expectations.
Compliance: Must be willing to undergo an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.
What the School Offers
A supportive, collaborative leadership and pastoral structure.
Ongoing professional development and training opportunities.
A direct pathway from a temporary assignment to a permanent staff contract.
How to Apply
To express your interest in this September start role in Barrow-in-Furness, please forward your CV and a brief cover letter outlining your relevant experience to Christina
Phone: (phone number removed)
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Salary description
£24000.00 - £29000.00 per year