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Stratford upon Avon School, Warwickshire
Alcester Road, Stratford upon Avon, Warwickshire, CV37 9DH
Headteacher: Mr N Wallace
College Leader
To start November 2026
Are you passionate about supporting young people and making a real difference to their wellbeing, behaviour and personal development?
Due to a current College Leader gaining internal promotion, we are seeking an exceptional College Leader to join our pastoral team. This is a rewarding non-teaching role, responsible for providing high-quality pastoral care and support to students, while leading a team of Form Tutors. The successful candidate will work closely with students, families, staff and external agencies to promote excellent attendance, behaviour, welfare and personal development. As a College Leader you will be an influential middle leader in the school with a real opportunity to make an impact.
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- Outstanding interpersonal and relationship-building skills
- Empathy and a strong commitment to student wellbeing
- Excellent organisation and time management
- The ability to use data effectively to inform decisions and interventions
- Strong leadership skills with the ability to inspire and support others
- The ability to lead, manage and develop a team of tutors
This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in shaping the experiences and futures of young people within a thriving secondary school community.
Job Details:
- Hours: 37 hours per week, Monday to Friday
- Working weeks: 42; 38 weeks term time, plus 5 staff learning days
- Additional workload: College Leaders will also be paid for an additional 3 weeks to cover additional workload for out of hours/safeguarding work. College leaders will be expected to work 2 days in the holidays if required.
- Salary: Full-time post at Band J (points 26-29) is within the range £38,510 to £41,177 starting point depending on experience and qualifications. Actual salary based on hours and weeks worked is £35,925 to £39,284 subject to any continuous service plus an out of hours/safeguarding allowance of £1064.77 per annum.


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Application Process:
To apply, download an application form and information pack from our website at www.stratforduponavonschool.com and send all electronic applications to recruitment@stratfordschool.co.uk
Closing date for completed applications: 12 Noon Monday 5th October 2026
The School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The role is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and is therefore subject to an Enhanced DBS and requires a children’s barred list check.
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