Graduate Year Leader

Graduate Year Leader – Secondary School – Wembley
January Start | Ideal for Aspiring Pastoral Leaders & Future Teachers

Are you a confident, caring graduate with a passion for working with young people?

Are you looking to step into education and gain pastoral experience that will prepare you for a future career in teaching, youth work, or school leadership?

A high-achieving and inclusive secondary school in Wembley, is seeking a Graduate Year Leader to join their team. This is a fantastic opportunity for a graduate who wants to develop their skills in behaviour management, student support, and pastoral leadership.

The Role:

Full-time, long-term role.

• Graduate Year Leader position supporting a specific year group.
• Earn between £25,000 - £30,000 per annum.
• Work alongside the Head of Year to monitor attendance, punctuality, and behaviour.
• Act as a key point of contact for students, supporting them with academic and emotional challenges.
• Help deliver assemblies, mentoring sessions and school-wide pastoral initiatives.
• Liaise with parents, staff, and external agencies to ensure the best outcomes for students.
• Gain first-hand experience of working within a busy school pastoral team in a Graduate Year Leader capacity.
• Ideal preparation for those considering teacher training or pastoral career routes.

Candidate Profile:

We are looking for a Graduate Year Leader who is:

• Educated to degree level (2:1 or above preferred).
• Confident, organised and emotionally intelligent.
• Passionate about supporting the personal development of young people.
• A strong communicator who can build trust with students, staff, and families.
• Professional, calm under pressure, and committed to inclusive education.
• Ideally has experience working with young people in schools, youth groups, mentoring, or similar settings.
• Keen to build a long-term career in education, with a specific interest in pastoral care, safeguarding, or leadership.

The School:

This welcoming and high-performing West London secondary school:

• Has a dedicated pastoral structure where Graduate Year Leaders play an active role.
• Provides clear behaviour systems, strong leadership, and excellent training.
• Offers real career progression pathways including routes into teacher training.
• Works closely with families, external agencies, and support services to help every child thrive.
• Values the contribution of every Graduate Year Leader and invests in their growth.

Apply Now – Graduate Year Leader Opportunity

If you are a graduate ready to take on a challenge, support a year group, and gain genuine leadership experience in a school, this Graduate Year Leader role in Wembley could be your perfect next step.

Send your CV to Mitchell at KPi Education today to apply for this rewarding Graduate Year Leader position.

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