Posted on: 23/04/2026 – Application Deadline: 25/05/2026
Job title: Head of Year – English, Maths or Geography
Salary: Main Pay Range 1 - Upper Pay Range 3 + TLR2
School: Lift New Forest, Long Lane, Holbury, Hampshire, SO45 2PA
Hours: Full time
Contract type: Permanent
Start date: September 2026
This is a new Head of Year role; we are looking for a teacher with a specialism in English, Maths or Geography.
Responsibilities
As Head of Year you will be an ambassador for the New Forest Way and work with the Assistant Principal to ensure excellent student behaviour, attendance and personal development across the year group. You will lead strategies for removing barriers to learning and support the development of the school’s behaviour for learning policies. Combining a teaching role with Head of Year responsibilities demands exceptional organisational and time‑management skills, balancing effective classroom instruction with proactive pastoral care for the year group.
Qualifications
You will hold Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent, have strong subject knowledge in English, Maths or Geography, excellent classroom management skills and a passion for the subject. A proven track record of improving pupils’ education and an understanding of what constitutes high‑quality teaching are essential. Experience levels from first‑year to seasoned teachers are welcome.
Benefits
* Comprehensive training: access to developmental training to boost your career.
* Generous benefits: pension plan, healthcare and financial support.
* Lifestyle perks: discounted gym memberships, travel deals and more.
Equal Opportunities & Safeguarding
Lift Schools is committed to ensuring the highest levels of safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils. We adopt a fair and consistent recruitment process in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education guidance. All offers of employment are subject to an Enhanced DBS check, references and where applicable, a prohibition from teaching check.
Lift Schools embraces diversity and promotes equality of opportunity. Job share, part‑time and flexible working opportunities will be considered. We are a Disability Confident Employer and offer a guaranteed interview scheme for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria.
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