We are seeking to appoint a motivated and committed Head of Year to lead and enhance the educational and pastoral experience of a cohort of students within Key Stage 3 or Key Stage 4. This is a fixed-term position to provide maternity cover.
This is an exceptional opportunity for the successful candidate to shape not only the journey of a year group but also to lead and inspire a team of Form Tutors. The role offers the chance to make a measurable and lasting impact on both the academic achievement and personal development of every student in your care.
Start Date: As soon as possible
Term: 1 year fixed term maternity cover (The post is subject to the satisfactory completion of a 26-week probationary period)
Hours: 37 hours per week / 40 weeks (Term time + 2 weeks)
Working Day: Monday to Thursday, 8:00am to 4:00pm and Friday - 8:00am to 3:30pm (times are non-negotiable)
Grade: LG Grade 7, SCP 19 (Generic job description E9013a)
Actual salary: £32,380.31 (£36,581 FTE)
Who are we looking for?
This is a challenging yet deeply rewarding role, offering the right candidate an outstanding opportunity to play a pivotal part in navigating the day-to-day demands of a secondary school while making a meaningful and lasting impact on students’ lives.
We are seeking an individual with experience in a pastoral setting who is motivated and committed, and able to demonstrate initiative and effective leadership. The successful candidate will possess a high level of emotional intelligence, enabling them to support students on a one-to-one basis, while also having the confidence, presence, and communication skills to positively engage and inspire a full year group.
We welcome applicants who share our belief that every member of our diverse community deserves the very best. The successful candidate will:
- Contribute to embedding our shared vision and ethos across all aspects of college life
- Serve as a TCOLC Character role model, exemplifying our four pillars: Intellectual, Moral, Community, and Performance
- Ensure students are well supported to develop the knowledge, resilience, and behaviours required to thrive—even in the face of challenge
- Demonstrate a genuine passion for working in an inclusive, multi-faith and multicultural environment, recognising the importance of engaging parents, carers, and community leaders in students’ education
- Uphold the highest standards of safeguarding, always acting in the best interests of children
- Work collaboratively as an effective team player, contributing positively across the college
- Show strong motivation and a commitment to ongoing professional development
Who are we?
The City of Leicester College is a thriving multi-cultural 11-19 college, with nearly 1500 students on roll, which includes a highly successful sixth form of around 250 students.
While we are one of the largest schools in the city, we pride ourselves on maintaining a strong sense of community and placing the wellbeing of both students and staff at the heart of everything we do.
In recent years, we have made significant improvements across our curriculum, behaviour systems, and personal development provision. As a result, we are proud to have achieved our strongest ever exam outcomes—reflecting our unwavering commitment to excellence and ambition for all.
What we can offer
At The City of Leicester College, we pride ourselves on being a forward thinking, inclusive, and ambitious community. As a member of our team, you will benefit from:
- A stimulating and rewarding inner city environment, serving a diverse, multi-cultural and multi-faith community
- A school with genuine ambition, where we are committed to improving life chances for every young person we serve
- A supportive induction programme, ensuring you feel welcomed, prepared and confident in your role
- A fantastic, well-resourced and inspiring learning environment, designed to support excellent teaching and learning
- Committed, enthusiastic and creative staff and students, who work together to achieve exceptional outcomes
- A friendly, collaborative and supportive working culture, where staff teamwork and collective success are highly valued
- Access to high quality technology and digital resources to support your work effectively
- Staff healthcare benefits through Bupa, supporting wellbeing and peace of mind
- RAC vehicle cover, providing practical support beyond the workplace
- A ‘Cycle to Work’ scheme, promoting healthy and sustainable travel
- Eligibility for a Blue Light Card, offering a wide range of national discounts
Closing date for applications:
The closing date for this position is 9:00am on Monday 26 October 2026. Interested candidates are advised to apply as soon as possible as we reserve the right to close this vacancy earlier than the specified deadline if a suitable candidate is found.
Interviews are expected to take place during the same or following week; however, suitable candidates may be invited to interview earlier.
References will be sought from shortlisted candidates' referees prior to interview, in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education guidance.