Head of Faculty (Humanities)
Pioneer Secondary Academy, Stoke Poges, Buckinghamshire, SL2 4QBThis job expired on 23 May 2024 – see similar jobs
Start date details
September 2024
Closing date
23 May 2024 at 3pm
Date listed
3 May 2024
Job details
Job role
- Head of department or curriculum
Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Key stage
- Key stage 3, Key stage 4, Key stage 5
Subjects
- Geography, Health and social care, History, Humanities, Philosophy, Politics, Psychology, Religious education, Social sciences
Working pattern
- Full time: 7.45am - 14.45pm
Contract type
- Permanent
Pay scale
- MPS/UPS
Additional allowances
TLR for Head of Department responsibilities
What skills and experience we're looking for
We are looking to appoint a Head of Faculty to plan and deliver challenging and engaging lessons that instill a passion for learning. You will lead a team of staff including teachers of geography, history and religious education.
You will:
- Be committed to raising the attainment of all students in a challenging classroom environment.
- Have experience of improving the quality of teaching and learning
- Be experienced in leading a team and/or working to support the success of others
- Demonstrate effective behaviour management
- Have the resolve and enthusiasm to make a real difference to the lives of students
- Be committed to Academy’s ethos of high expectations
If you share our commitment to excellence, we want to hear from you!
What the school offers its staff
Pioneer Secondary Academy is a smaller than average secondary school with a calm atmosphere and and high ambitions for its students who are:
“confident, articulate young people who think carefully about their role in the world and display positive behaviour and attitudes.”
This is an exciting time to become part of a school being launched under new leadership and governance and planning for a dynamic successful future. We are now seeking to appoint an individual who shares our passion for learning and our determination to change lives through the education we provide.
We place great passion on staff well-being and development, at all levels with an extensive programme of professional development, offering a whole range of opportunities for colleagues to develop their potential within and beyond Pioneer.
Our aim is to provide a knowledge rich education underpinned by our core values whilst preparing the next generation for an evolving digital world. If you are a driven and dedicated practitioner who is eager to grow and learn, by building effective relationships and instilling in students a love of Humanities, then we want to hear from you.
Students at PSA are taught our core values of Respect, Aspire, Integrity, Seva and Equality. Our values are represented in the word ‘RAISE’ and consist of the characteristics that underpin the development of our students
Further details about the role
Pioneer Secondary Academy reserves the right to interview and appoint this position ahead of any advertised application closing date, should an appropriate candidate be found. Therefore, it is advisable to submit applications as early as possible.
Commitment to safeguarding
Pioneer Secondary Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. The successful candidate will be subject to an enhanced DBS record check.
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About Pioneer Secondary Academy
- School type
- Free School, Sikh, ages 11 to 19
- Education phase
- Secondary
- School size
- 559 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 11 to 19
- Ofsted report
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- School website
- Pioneer Secondary Academy website (opens in new tab)
- Email address
- vacancies@sikhacademiestrust.com
Faith inspired education.
Pioneer Secondary Academy is a vibrant and inclusive school deeply rooted in our values of Respect, Aspiration, Integrity, Seva, and Equality (RAISE).
‘Mann Jeetay Jagg Jeet,’ which translates to ‘Conquer your mind, conquer the world’ encapsulates our dedication to nurturing leadership and personal growth.
We cultivate a school environment where exemplary behaviour and attitudes are the norm. Our school is a safe haven, where pupils are respected and valued, and where we welcome children of all faiths and none.
Arranging a visit to Pioneer Secondary Academy
To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email vacancies@sikhacademiestrust.com.
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