Assistant Head of Year (Darwen Vale High School)
Location: Blackburn with Darwen, UK
Salary: SPC 11-15 £24,826 - 26,486.85 (Actual Pro Rata Salary)
Contract Type: Permanent
Education Phases: Secondary;
Job Roles: Pastoral Health And Welfare;
Working Patterns: Full‑Time;
Application Deadline: Sunday, 31st May 2026
About the School
Darwen Vale High School is more than its recent Ofsted recognition; it is a community built on shared vision and ambition.
Guided by the Aldridge principle of no child left behind, DVHS strives to be a beacon of excellence in Darwen.
We champion a safe, inclusive culture of high aspirations and achievement, where everyone is inspired to excel and take pride in all they do. By promoting responsibility, independent thinking and respect for diversity, we prepare learners to thrive as outstanding members of our community.
Our Vale Values
* We Aim High
* We Work Hard
* We Care
About the Role
Join Our Team as an Assistant Head of Year!
We are recruiting for 2 Assistant Heads of Year: one is permanent and the other is a 12‑Month Fixed Term Contract. The aim of the role is to support the Head of Year in managing the year group, promoting high standards of behaviour, attendance and academic progress. The Assistant Head of Year will contribute to students’ personal development and well‑being, assist in implementing pastoral initiatives and work collaboratively with staff, parents and external agencies to ensure a positive and supportive learning environment.
Who we are Looking For:
* Confident, calm and approachable individuals
* Ability to manage groups of students effectively
* Strong communication and organisational skills
* Previous experience in a school or working with young people is a plus but not essential
We welcome applications from all sections of the community and particularly encourage applications from underrepresented demographics.
Person specifications
Essential Requirements
* GCSEs in English and Mathematics at level 4 or above
* NVQ Level 3 for Teaching Assistants or equivalent qualification or experience
* Experience of working with young people
* Experience of dealing with challenging students
* Desire to build and grow a career in an educational setting
* Full working knowledge and understanding of the national curriculum and other basic programmes/strategic processes and barriers to learning, including behaviour management strategies
* Understanding of the principles of child development and learning processes
Key Benefits of working for Aldridge Education
* Aldridge Benefits Scheme – exclusive offers and discounts tailored just for you
* Cycle to Work Scheme – save money and stay fit with our bike‑friendly benefits
* Employee Assistance Programme – your well‑being matters; free, confidential support whenever you need it
* Flexible Working Opportunities – balance work and life with flexibility that suits you
* Free On‑Site Parking – no more hunting for parking, we’ve got your spot covered
* Generous Annual Leave – great holiday allowance, and it gets even better after 5 years
* Pension Schemes – secure your future with access to the Teachers Pension Scheme or Local Government Pension Scheme
* Refer a Friend Scheme – earn rewards by bringing in colleagues
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