Graduate Year Leader – Secondary School – Wembley
September 2026 Start | Ideal for Aspiring Pastoral Leaders & Future Teachers

Are you a confident and caring graduate with a passion for supporting young people?

Are you looking to gain meaningful school-based experience that can lead into teaching or pastoral leadership?

A high-achieving and inclusive secondary school in Wembley is seeking a Graduate Year Leader to join their pastoral team from September 2026. This is an excellent opportunity for graduates interested in behaviour, wellbeing, and student development, with clear progression into teacher training.

The Role

• Full-time, long-term position starting September 2026
• Graduate Year Leader supporting a designated year group
• Salary: £25,000 – £30,000 per annum
• Work closely with the Head of Year to monitor attendance, punctuality, and behaviour
• Act as a key point of contact for students, supporting both academic progress and emotional wellbeing
• Contribute to assemblies, mentoring programmes, and pastoral initiatives
• Build strong relationships with parents, staff, and external agencies
• Gain hands-on experience within a structured and supportive pastoral system

Teacher Training & Progression

The school offers strong internal support and clear pathways into teacher training, including:

• Routes into salaried or unsalaried teacher training programmes
• High-quality mentoring and professional development
• Opportunities to train within a supportive school environment
• Clear progression into teaching, pastoral leadership, or middle leadership roles
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This role is ideal preparation for those considering a future in teaching or educational leadership.

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 young people’s personal development
• A strong communicator who can build trust with students, staff, and families
• Professional, resilient, and calm under pressure
• Committed to inclusive education and safeguarding
• Ideally experienced in working with young people (schools, mentoring, youth work, etc.)
• Interested in progressing into teaching or pastoral leadership

The School

This welcoming West London secondary school:

• Has a well-developed pastoral system where Graduate Year Leaders play a key role
• Offers excellent training, clear behaviour systems, and supportive leadership
• Provides structured career pathways, including teacher training opportunities
• Works closely with families and external services to support every student

Apply Now – Graduate Year Leader (September 2026)

If you’re ready to take on a rewarding role supporting a year group and developing your skills for a future in education, this Graduate Year Leader position in Wembley is an excellent next step.

Send your CV to KPi Education to apply.

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