Head of Sixth Form

Why join us?

Heron Hall Academy is an ambitious, eight-form entry mixed secondary school and a proud part of North Star Community Trust, a family of schools built on the belief that we are Stronger Together. The Trust plays a vital role in the communities it serves, creating real, lasting change through education, opportunity and support.

At Heron Hall, we share the Trust’s vision - to help every child succeed at school and in life. We live by the values of Education, Community, Opportunity , ensuring every pupil receives an excellent education, feels part of a strong and caring community, and has the chance to grow into a confident, well-rounded individual. As soon as you enter Heron Hall, you feel the pride, purpose and unity that define us. Our high standards and inclusive culture ensure that every pupil is supported, challenged and inspired to reach their full potential. We believe in every child and together, with North Star Community Trust, we help them believe in themselves.

About the role

This is an exciting opportunity to join Heron Hall Academy as our Head of Sixth Form and play a key role in shaping the future of our growing post-16 provision.

You will lead our Sixth Form with ambition, creating a positive and inspiring environment where students are supported to achieve their potential and take their next steps with confidence. You will drive academic progress, strengthen the student experience and continue to develop an ambitious and engaging Sixth Form offer.

Working closely with the Senior Leadership Team and colleagues across the Academy, you will lead the academic, pastoral and personal development of our Year 12 and 13 students, while building strong relationships with families, universities, employers and apprenticeship providers.

If you are an ambitious and passionate leader who wants to make a real difference to young people's futures, we would love to hear from you.

What we are looking for

We are looking for an ambitious and experienced educational leader who is passionate about helping young people achieve their academic, personal and future goals.

You will have:

• Strong experience of teaching in secondary education, including at Key Stage 5.
• A proven track record of improving outcomes and driving positive change.
• Experience of leading and developing Sixth Form or post-16 provision.
• Strong leadership skills and the ability to inspire, support and develop staff.
• A good understanding of post-16 curriculum, assessment and progression routes.
• The ability to use data effectively to identify priorities and improve student outcomes.
• A commitment to high expectations, inclusion, safeguarding and student wellbeing.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to build positive relationships with students, families, staff and external partners.
• A genuine passion for helping young people succeed and move confidently into their next steps.

Most importantly, we are looking for someone who will bring energy, ambition and a real commitment to making Heron Hall Sixth Form an excellent place to learn, grow and succeed.

What we offer

We are committed to being a supportive, caring and rewarding place to work and learn, and to being an employer of choice. A full overview of our offer, including staff benefits, our People Plan and what our staff say about working with us, can be found in the supporting documents attached.

Apply Now

Shortlisted candidates may be invited to interview before the closing date. Early applications are strongly encouraged, as the vacancy may close early. Refer to our Application Process supporting document for more information. We do not accept CVs. All applications must be submitted via My New Term.

Safeguarding statement

We are fully committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff to share this commitment. As part of our recruitment process, the successful candidate will be required to undergo safer recruitment checks, including enhanced clearance through the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) and any other pre-employment checks relevant to their role.

Equal opportunities

We are committed to fostering a positive and inclusive working culture that reflects our Trust's ethos of being ‘Stronger Together.’ The Trust is committed to promoting equality of opportunity for all. It aims to create a working environment in which all individuals are able to make best use of their skills, free from discrimination or harassment, and in which all decisions are based on merit.

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