Are you passionate about supporting students and families to thrive both in and out of the classroom? Glyn School is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Head of Year 7 and Home School Link Worker to join their team on a permanent basis. Your opportunity: Glyn School inspires a love of learning and achievement that is founded on the virtues of integrity, kindness, respect and endeavour: at Glyn we also seek to inspire young people not just academically, but as healthy, well rounded young people, who will contribute positively to the society they will function in as a young adult. In this non-teaching post you will ensure that all students make a smooth transition from primary school to secondary school and make good progress in the year group whatever their starting point. What we are looking for: The successful candidate will need to: Have the ability to give clear and strong leadership and support Be passionate about all students achieving their potential Be a pro-active member of the team with a can-do approach. Be flexible and committed. Be passionate about the students’ learning and welfare. Be keen to be part of the wider school community. About Glyn School: Glyn School is a high performing school, with an Ofsted ranking of ‘Outstanding’ since 2009. Ours is a vibrant school for boys aged 11-16 with a flourishing and successful mixed Sixth Form. Founded in 1927, we have a rich history of academic, sporting and artistic excellence and in 2014 we were designated a teaching school, one of a select number that represent the most outstanding and innovative practice nationally. Glyn School has a reputation for challenging and stretching students with engaging and enriching teaching across all key stages. Our values sit at the heart of all we do and underpins our aspiration that every student leaves us equipped with the resilience and drive that will enable them to forge rewarding futures for themselves. Learning and Teaching is at the heart of Glyn School. We aim to deliver lessons that inspire and engage students who will then go on to fulfil and exceed their potential. Join the GLF Schools Community As a part of GLF Schools, you will join a community of staff dedicated to transforming education. With regular progression discussions, there will be a wealth of opportunities for you to grow your career, whether in one of our 43 academies or in our central team. Founded upon the values of Respect, Inclusivity, Integrity and Kindness 43 primary and secondary schools across 7 Local Authority areas across the south of England We work as a community whilst ensuring each school maintains its own unique identity Committed to ensuring all children and young people receive the best possible education GLF Schools Employment Offer GLF Schools has a generous employment offer, which allows all our colleagues to Grow, Learn and Flourish Access to our highly competitive Local Government Pension Scheme Flexible working options Generous holiday allowance Work life and family friendly policies Employee wellbeing initiatives Career pathways and talent management Access to a staff benefits portal Community and collaboration working model Please read the attached Join Our Community candidate pack for further information. The Details: Start Date: September 2025 Contract Type: Permanent Working Hours: 36.65hrs 8am - 4pm with 40min unpaid break (Term time 39 weeks including INSET plus 1 week) Pay Scale: GLF Specialist 1 - 16 Actual Salary: £23,599.73 - £31,382.46 Closing Date: Wednesday 4th June at 9.30am Interview Date: TBC