Prospero Teaching is looking for an experienced and dynamic Head of Learning (Sixth Form) to join a secondary school in Hackney. This is a leadership opportunity for a strong classroom practitioner ready to take on pastoral and academic responsibility across a Sixth Form cohort. CONTRACT DETAILS Location Hackney, London Position Head of Learning (Sixth Form) Type of work Teaching & pastoral leadership Contract or position start date September / ASAP Duration / Likely Duration Permanent Contract type (temp/perm/temp to perm) Permanent Full time/part time Full time Salary MPS/UPS + TLR1c Hours Standard school hours ROLE OVERVIEW Lead and manage a Sixth Form year group, driving high standards of achievement and behaviour Monitor student progress using data and implement targeted interventions Support tutors and deliver pastoral programmes, including assemblies and enrichment Promote attendance, punctuality, and positive behaviour across the cohort Work closely with SLT, SEND, and external agencies to support student needs Lead on parent engagement, including Parents Evenings and communication Contribute to the wider leadership and operational running of the school EXPERIENCE, TRAINING AND QUALIFICATIONS QTS (Qualified Teacher Status) essential Degree and strong subject teaching background Proven experience of excellent classroom practice Experience working in an inner-city secondary school (desirable) Strong leadership, organisational, and communication skills Experience using data to raise attainment Up-to-date safeguarding training (or willingness to complete) TO BE ELIGIBLE FOR THIS ROLE THROUGH PROSPERO TEACHING, YOU MUST: Hold Right to Work in the UK Hold an Enhanced DBS on the update service (or be willing to apply for one) OTHER If you would like to be considered for this role, please send your most up-to-date CV along with your expression of interest. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Prospero Teaching is acting as an employment business/education recruitment agency for this vacancy. All successful candidates will be required to complete safeguarding and vetting checks. Anyone working with children and young people is responsible for safeguarding and promoting their welfare.