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Job Title: Head of Year


E-ACT North Birmingham Academy |Preparing for the Future


E-ACT North Birmingham Academy is a vibrant, diverse community with a commitment excellence and an inclusive ethos at its heart. Located in the heart of North Birmingham, our academy embodies the philosophy of ‘keep up, not catch up,’ in every aspect of our curriculum planning—ensuring no student is left behind.


At E-ACT North Birmingham Academy, we are ambitious for all our students. We guide them to become successful individuals who are well-prepared for the next stage in their journey, whether it be the world of work or further education.


Celebrating success is at the heart of our academy culture. We do this within an environment of inclusivity and care, where every student feels supported and part of a team. Our ethos is encapsulated in three pillars: Nurturing Environment, Boundless Opportunities, Achieving Highly.



Join us in Opening Minds, Opening Doors!
Are you ready to be part of an educational community that creates an environment where children can flourish? You could join an academy that focusses on developing the whole child and has a people-first culture. We know the importance of developing our colleagues to be the best they can be to ensure our children achieve the best outcomes.


Key Responsibilities:

• To lead on co-ordinating appropriate intervention strategies for students in your year group who experience barriers to their learning and/or whose attendance, behaviour or achievement is a concern
• To manage and implement all required sanctions and fulfil detention duties when required
• To liaise with relevant colleagues to agree appropriate mentoring for any disadvantaged or disaffected students not already identified and/or those at risk of disengagement.
• To work with identified vulnerable students, targeted students with attendance concerns (e.g. attendance deteriorating or returners to school), and any others requiring support in partnership with existing academy systems
• To work with students and liaise with parents, appropriate staff and external agencies regarding student welfare, pastoral, transition, health and attendance issues and ensure all staff are aware and act on this information

Pay range: MPS/UPS £31,650 - £49,084 + TLR2c £8,279


Qualifications and Skills:

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent.
• Degree in relevant subject
• Proven experience in delivering outstanding teaching & learning
• Commitment to the academy's values and ethos

What are we about?
Outstanding Teaching and Learning: We strongly believe that outstanding teaching and learning are the keys to unlocking exceptional outcomes for our children. You will play a pivotal role in delivering high-quality education that nurtures the minds of our students.
Advocacy and Inclusion: At our academy, every child matters, regardless of their background. Your role will involve providing each child with a fantastic, inspiring, and inclusive education that recognises and celebrates their individuality.
People-First Culture: We proudly celebrate the diversity of our academy and our community. Join us in co-constructing the essence of an extraordinary workplace and learning environment where both staff and students feel valued and included.
Collaborative Excellence: Our exceptional staff collaborate across our 38 academies to share ideas and problem solve. You will have the opportunity to share your skills, hear from experts and work with staff across the country to develop your practice.


About E-ACT:
Join a trust that is going places!


Having recently won MAT of the Year 2023 at both the MAT Excellence Awards and National School Awards, this is a very exciting time to join us! Why do we feel we have been recognised as a strong MAT? It is down to our dedicated, talented staff that are committed in delivering nothing but excellence for all our children and young people.


We all pride ourselves in fostering a people-first culture, which extends to all our pupils, staff, and stakeholders. We are proud to lead a community of 38 academies, educating of over 25,000 pupils across our five core hubs. Our staff satisfaction is above national benchmarks and we run a range of projects and programmes to address key topics such as workload and wellbeing.


Our Opening Minds, Opening Doors strategy is at the forefront of everything we do, we don’t just prepare our pupils for the world; we equip them to thrive and succeed within it. Through our collaborative approach to education, we aim to open doors to a world of opportunities, where every child can pursue their dreams.



Benefits:
Collaborative Working: Thrive in an environment that values teamwork and collaboration, fostering a culture of shared knowledge and collective success.
Support System of 38 Academies: Be part of a network of 38 academies, providing a dedicated support system and opportunities for professional growth and collaboration.
Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Access to confidential counselling services, providing emotional support and guidance when needed.
Cycle to Work: Enjoy a healthy commute with our cycle-to-work programme, making bicycles more affordable.
Electric Car Scheme: Take advantage of our environmentally friendly initiative, making electric vehicles more accessible for a sustainable and efficient commute.
Generous Pension: Secure your future with a robust pension plan, ensuring financial well-being during retirement.


How to apply:
Simply click on the 'Apply Now' button in the top right hand side of this page!


Please read the supporting documentation carefully before completing and returning our application and equal opportunities form.


E-ACT is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and vulnerable adults, and all appointments are subject to enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) checks and satisfactory references.
E-ACT is also committed to promoting equality, challenging discrimination and developing community cohesion. We welcome applications from all sections of the community.

North Birmingham Academy is a co-educational academy school based in Birmingham for students aged 11-19.
E-ACT sponsors the school. The standard admission number for North Birmingham Academy is 180.
The school underwent major redevelopment in 2013 and is built over 10,500m2 set in over 16 acres of landscaped grounds. Its £23.6m purpose built facility hosts a selection of services which benefit its students. It comprises dedicated zones for learning support, a self-contained sixth form and extensive sports facilities.
Headteacher
Johanne Paddock
Values and vision
North Birmingham Academy has a commitment to excellence, for all of its students to leave the academy as articulate, confident and aspirational individuals, ready to succeed in the modern world. The school wishes to empower students to become critical thinkers, independent learners and confident in their ability to exceed any expectations.
On top of this, North Birmingham Academy is committed to promoting the British values of democracy and the rule of law, individual liberty whilst accepting personal and social responsibility, mutual respect, and tolerance of those of different faiths and belief.
Ofsted
“Teaching is improving in many subjects and it is good in English, geography, history, drama and information technology. Many pupils are making stronger progress than they have in the past, including in the sixth form. Opportunities for pupils to develop spiritual, moral, social and cultural awareness are improving. Safeguarding is a strength of the school and pupils feel safe.”