Job Description

Salary

Salary calculated in line with NJC pay scale 6 (Outer London Points 18-20) 34,416 - 35,448 per annum (actual salary 29,805 - 30,699 per annum pro-rated).

Contractual hours

36

Basis

Full Time

Job type

Support Staff - Educational

Location

CROYDON

Job category

Support Role - Education/Behavioural Support

Date posted

09/06/2025

Job reference

GST-R1250

The Greenshaw Learning Trust is 'Always Learning'

We're looking for a dedicated

Head of Year & Sports Coach

to join our friendly, supportive team at Orchard Park High School, part of the Greenshaw Learning Trust, from September 2025.

About the role:

Take responsibility for raising the standards of academic success, conduct and character development in your year group Set, through personal example, an appropriate tone and expectation with pupils in support of the overall school direction and ethos Maintain high expectations of all students within your designated year groups - with regards to uniform and equipment, attitude to learning, effort, resilience, achievement, politeness, conduct around school and in the community Support the successful running of the Out of Lesson Provision Provide support to the inclusion team Maintain regular contact with families Support our centralised behaviour system Help to manage centralised detentions To coach and officiate teams as per the school fixture list. To liaise with the Head of PE on all training, clubs and fixtures To be the weekly point of contact, communicating with parents for the age group teams that you are responsible for To be proactive our sports provision and our teams

About Orchard Park High School:

Orchard Park is one of the most successful schools in the area, performing well above the national average for progress 8. The school is highly successful and we are proud of its ambitions and diverse community. We pride ourselves on routines, systems and excellence. We are a calm, happy and high achieving school, providing the very best education to all.

About Greenshaw Learning Trust:

Greenshaw Learning Trust is a highly successful multi academy trust that provides excellent quality, comprehensive and inclusive education through primary schools and secondary schools. Our schools are based in London, Surrey, Berkshire, Gloucestershire and South Gloucestershire, Bristol and Plymouth. We also have three shared service hubs where our central teams can be based out of. We are building a family of like-minded schools, that collaborate to provide mutual support, share their good practice and learn from each other, whilst retaining and developing their own distinctive character. We thrive from collaboration at every level. We encourage a culture of sharing ideas and learning from one another. As a Trust of schools, we are 'Always Learning'.



To get a feel of life at Greenshaw Learning Trust, please download our 'Why you should work for GLT' recruitment brochure on our jobs portal.

We can offer you:

Professional development and career progression Generous pension scheme Blue Light Card Eligibility for Teacher Art Pass (teaching staff only) An Employee Assistance Programme Gym Discounts Free eye tests Cycle to work scheme Green car scheme Being part of a great team and expanding organisation




Please download the recruitment pack for further information.



Closing date for receipt of applications is

11.59 pm on Sunday 22nd June 2025.

The role is due to commence from September 2025. This is a full time, permanent position. Early applications are encouraged as we reserve the right to appoint before the closing date.

We are committed to building an inclusive, diverse workplace where everyone can thrive. If you require any support or adjustments to interact with us, please let us know.



Greenshaw Learning Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects staff and volunteers to share this commitment.



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