Head of Year

Are you passionate about creating a nurturing environment where every individual is celebrated? At St Mary’s, our Catholic ethos guides everything we do, shaping a caring and inclusive community in which every child is seen, supported, and empowered to reach their full potential.

As our new Head of Year, you will be a driving force for positive change; breaking down barriers to student learning and championing the success and wellbeing of every student. In partnership with students, their families and a dedicated pastoral staff team you will have the ability to engage young people to successfully achieve their goals, improve well-being and ensure each child feels valued.

With the guidance of a senior colleague, who will provide strategic support, your responsibilities will include direct leadership of a year group (to be confirmed). Your focus will be on key pastoral functions that include attendance, behaviour, safeguarding, and inclusion; the safety and happiness of every child will be your priority. Working together, with colleagues and collaborating with multi-agency stakeholders you will ensure that no child is overlooked and that every one of them has the opportunity to flourish.

We are looking for an individual with excellent communication skills, sound judgement, a calm and consistent approach and the ability to build strong relationships with young people and their families. Recent experience in a pastoral role would be an advantage.

St Mary’s is a warm, welcoming school with a strong sense of team and shared purpose. If you’re committed to helping young people thrive and want to work in an environment where staff are valued and supported, we invite you to apply.

Hours: 37 hours per week (8.00am – 4.00pm with a 3.30pm finish one day per week); Term Time + 3 weeks (additional weeks working outside of term time).

If you require any additional information or would like to visit school, please contact Tricia Foster, Human Resources Manager by e-mail t.foster@st-maryshigh.wigan.sch.uk

Full details of this post, including the CES Support Staff Application form and associated documents, are available to download from the vacancy section of the school’s website.

Completed applications should be clearly marked with the post title and returned electronically for the attention of Mrs D Brahms, Headteacher, to recruitment@st-maryshigh.wigan.sch.uk

Closing date: 23.59pm on Sunday 10th May 2026.
Interview date: Thursday 14th May 2026.

St. Mary’s is an equal opportunities employer, committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We follow safer recruitment practices and appointments are subject to an enhanced DBS check.