Head of Year 11 – Director of Studies

The role of Head of Year 11 at Wren Academy Enfield plays a crucial role, guiding students as they complete secondary school and prepare to transition into further education, apprenticeships, or career pathways. Year 11 is an intense period of growth and pressure, filled with the demands of exams alongside personal growth.

In this role, the Head of Year 11 is committed to creating a supportive, structured environment that reflects Wren Academy’s values. By providing targeted academic support, promoting positive behaviour both within the academy and in the community, and empowering students to make informed decisions, the Head of Year ensures that each student can navigate this critical year with confidence. Working closely with teachers, parents, and external partners, they focus on helping every student succeed academically, develop personally, and represent Wren Academy with pride.

A significant aspect of the role includes close collaboration with the Director of Sixth Form to support student retention into Wren’s Sixth Form. This collaboration is focused on understanding the factors that matter most in students’ decisions, from academic offerings to extracurricular opportunities and pastoral care. The Head of Year 11 takes an active role in organising information sessions, planning focus days, and arranging for current Sixth Form students to share their experiences, creating a seamless path forward. Together, they work to make staying on at Wren an attractive and logical next step, providing students with the confidence and clarity needed to embrace the opportunities awaiting them in Sixth Form.

Wren is a Multi Academy Trust with expansion plans which will provide exciting professional development opportunities for the successful candidate.

We wish to appoint a colleague to this post who has:

• A minimum of three years teaching/Head of House/Head of Year experience.
• Outstanding teaching and interpersonal skills.
• A strong academic background with the ability to teach to GCSE and A Level.
• Evidence of ambition and a commitment to continuing professional development.
• The desire to maximise the performance of all students and ensure the very best progress for all.

For an application pack please see our website: https://www.wrenacademyenfield.org/69/recruitment

Closing date: 9am, Monday 25 November 2024, however applications will be considered as they are received.

The Wren Academies Trust is committed to the highest standards of safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. A Disclosure and Barring Service Certificate will be required for all posts which will be subject to enhanced checks. 

The Trust embraces diversity and promotes equality of opportunity. We wish to further develop a diverse community and encourage applications from all sections of society.