Deputy Director of Learning - English
Leigh Academy Hugh Christie, Tonbridge, Kent, TN10 4PU3 days remaining to apply
Start date details
September 2024
Closing date
10 May 2024 at 11:59pm
Date listed
26 April 2024
Job details
Job role
- Teacher
Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Key stage
- Key stage 3, Key stage 4, Key stage 5
Subject
- English
Working pattern
- Full time
Contract type
- Permanent
Pay scale
- MPS/UPS, based on experience
What skills and experience we're looking for
We are looking for a dynamic and visionaryDeputy Director of Learning - Englishto join our team from September 2024. In this role, you will work closely with the Director of Learning to drive forward the English department, inspiring both students and staff to achieve their full potential. The successful candidate will play a key role in shaping the future of English education at Leigh Academy Hugh Christie.
Key Responsibilities:
- Collaborate with the Director of Learning to develop and implement a forward-thinking English curriculum that engages and challenges students.
- Lead and support a team of passionate English teachers, fostering a culture of collaboration, innovation, and continuous improvement.
- Utilise data analysis to monitor student progress and attainment within the English department, identifying areas for intervention and enhancement.
- Promote best practices in English teaching and learning, incorporating inquiry-based approaches and real-world applications.
- Champion the use of technology and digital resources to enhance the teaching and learning experience for both students and staff.
- Foster strong partnerships with parents, carers, and external stakeholders to support student achievement and well-being.
- Contribute to the wider strategic development of the academy, participating in cross-curricular initiatives and school improvement projects.
Qualifications and Experience:
- A degree in English or relevant subject area.
- Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent.
- Substantial experience teaching English at secondary level, with a proven track record of raising student achievement.
- A deep understanding of current trends and developments in English education, including curriculum design and assessment practices.
- Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organisational skills.
- A passion for English education and a commitment to fostering curiosity, creativity, and critical thinking skills in students.
The basis of this role is full-time, permanent and offering a salary of MPS/UPS commensurate with experience.Interviews for this position will take place week commencing 13th May.
What the school offers its staff
Working with us:Hugh Christie School has recently become part of the Leigh Academy Trust and we look forward to exciting times ahead with wonderful opportunities it will bring for our staff and students. Following the academisation, the School is now known as Leigh Academy Hugh Christie.
Leigh Academy Hugh Christie offers a broad curriculum designed to cater to the diverse needs and interests of its students. From traditional subjects like English, mathematics, and science to vocational courses and extracurricular activities, the academy strives to provide a comprehensive education that prepares students for success in further education, employment, and life beyond school.
Beyond academics, Leigh Academy Hugh Christie places a significant emphasis on personal development and character education. Through its pastoral care system, the academy supports students in their social, emotional, and personal growth, fostering a positive and inclusive school culture.
The academy also prides itself on its strong sense of community and engagement with parents, carers, and the wider community. Through various initiatives and partnerships, Leigh Academy Hugh Christie seeks to enrich the educational experience of its students and contribute positively to the local area.
In summary, Leigh Academy Hugh Christie is a thriving secondary school committed to academic excellence, personal development, and community engagement. With a rich history and a dedication to nurturing well-rounded individuals, it continues to provide a supportive and inspiring environment for its students to thrive and succeed.
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Further details about the role
Being part of Leigh Academies Trust:As of 1st April 2024, our Trust comprises 32 geographically organised academies (16 secondaries, 14 primaries and 2 special) educating more than 20,000 students and employing 3,000 talented staff. Nearly 40% of our academies are judged outstanding overall by Ofsted, versus 15% nationally. The Trust is establishing four ‘clusters’ of academies: North Kent; Central Kent; South East London; Medway. In addition, the Trust is responsible for one of the region’s biggest initial teaching training organisations, a large teaching school hub and is an accredited apprenticeship provider.Our future plans are found in our Vision 2030 document available on our website.
As part of Leigh Academies Trust, you will have ample opportunity to collaborate with your peers both within the academy and across the whole Trust. This is an important part of our vision as we know through experience that we perform better when we work together. You are supported to undertake regular self-development to continue your professional development and hopefully progress further within the organisation.
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Our commitment to safeguarding:Leigh Academies Trust and all of our academies are committed to ensuring the highest levels of safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our pupils, and we expect all our staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We adopt a fair, robust and consistent recruitment process across all academies and business units which is inline with Keeping Children Safe in Education guidance. This includes online checks for shortlisted candidates - you can read more about this in our Recruitment Guidance. All offers of employment are subject to an Enhanced DBS check, references, and where applicable, a prohibition from teaching check.
Our commitment to equality and diversity:As a Trust, we are passionate about diversity and recognise that as individuals, we all bring something unique to the role regardless of any protected characteristics which is why we treat all of our people equally, without compromise. We are committed to providing equality and fairness throughout our recruitment and employment practices and not discriminating on any grounds.
The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. All appointments are subject to an enhanced DBS disclosure.Based on the quality and quantity of applications received, Leigh Academies Trust reserves the right to close this vacancy sooner than the specified closing date. Applicants will be notified of this where possible. Therefore, early applications are encouraged.
Commitment to safeguarding
Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment.
Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance.
Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant):
childcare disqualification
Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS)
medical
online and social media
prohibition from teaching
right to work
satisfactory references
suitability to work with children
You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.
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About Leigh Academy Hugh Christie
- School type
- Academy, ages 11 to 18
- Education phase
- View all Secondaryjobs
- School size
- Up to 1226 pupils
- Age range
- 11 to 18
- Ofsted report
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- Email address
- Isabelle.cochrane@LATrust.org.uk
- Phone number
- 01634 412 258
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