Head of Learning Area for Languages
Mossbourne Victoria Park Academy, London, E9 7HDThis job expired on 6 May 2024 – see similar jobs
Job start date
1 September 2024
Closing date
6 May 2024 at 11:59pm
Date listed
26 April 2024
Job details
Job role
- Head of department or curriculum
Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Key stage
- Key stage 3, Key stage 4
Subject
- Languages
Working pattern
- Full time: 40 hours a week
Contract type
- Permanent
Pay scale
- L5 to L9
What skills and experience we're looking for
Ability to teach your subject at both key stages
A proven track record of success in middle leadership
A track record of supporting staff in improving their practice
A track record of supporting students to achieve superb outcomes in your subject area
Ability to reflect on your own and student performance in lessons and adapt practice accordingly
Ability to select and devise appropriate teaching methods and resources to meet the differing needs of students in practical and written work
Effective planning, assessment and record keeping
Ability to work independently and as part of a team, contributing to Languages INSETs
Ability to develop and maintain positive relationships with teachers, support staff and parents
Effective classroom management and efficient organisation of resources
Qualifications
A good degree in a relevant subject.
Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
IT knowledge
Expert knowledge of the Microsoft package (Word, Excel, Outlook, Publisher, Power Point).
Ability to swiftly adapt to and utilise new/various systems/software
Capable of making effective and appropriate use of ICT in lesson delivery and within the learning area.
Behavioural Competencies
Excellent analytical and multi-dimensional communication skills
The ability to set, monitor progress towards, and achieve short, medium and long term targets for your area of responsibility
Ability to meet all deadlines internally and externally ensuring output consistently is of an exemplary standard
The upmost integrity and high levels of motivation and commitment.
Proactive approach and efficient time management and prioritisation skills
Genuine interest and passion for the education of young people and the ability to contribute more widely to the life and community of the Federation
Applicable to all staff
Undertake training as required to fulfil the requirements of the role.
Support Mossbourne’s efforts both verbally and non-verbally (i.e., via actions and attitude), including adjusting performance and practice in accordance with Mossbourne’s initiatives and findings.
Play an active role in terms of Safeguarding all students and adults.
What the school offers its staff
Working for a Mossbourne Federation Academy means being part of a community of exceptional practitioners. Colleagues are warm, welcoming, and supportive of each other. As one of the country’s leading federations, expectations of staff are high. The Mossbourne Federation engages with, and supports its workforce, thus creating an inspirational working environment which nurtures the development of personal and professional excellence.
Set within the metropolitan borough of Hackney, all Mossbourne Federation academies are near London Overground stations, providing a no-fuss commute for colleagues living in other London boroughs. London’s fashionable ‘East and West Ends’, are also only a short distance away.
Federation staff are rewarded through access to a comprehensive benefits package, including but not limited to:
First Rate Professional Development
NQT Training Programme
Season Ticket Loans
MossBike Cycle to work scheme
Coaching and Mentoring
Employee Assistant Programme
Corporate Gym Membership
Discounts at local restaurants
Recruitment Applicant Awards
The Mossbourne Allowance (conditions apply)
The Federation has ‘teamed-up’ with an award-winning healthcare provider Benenden Health, to provide you with additional support with your health and wellbeing. Your membership fee and the associated tax is fully paid by the Federation, making this a particularly attractive benefit.
Commitment to safeguarding
The Mossbourne Federation is committed to safeguarding the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. Applicants will be required to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service.
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About Mossbourne Victoria Park Academy
- School type
- Academy, ages 11 to 18
- Education phase
- View all Secondaryjobs
- School size
- 836 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 11 to 18
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report (opens in new tab)
- Email address
- eprideaux@mossbourne.org
At Mossbourne Victoria Park Academy (MVPA) we continue to build on The Mossbourne Federation ethos to provide an exceptional education for all pupils in our care. With learning at the heart of everything we do, MVPA continues to raise expectations and achievement in Hackney and its neighbouring boroughs with the belief that all students can fulfill their true potential. Our staff deliver excellent lessons; our pupils enjoy a vibrant enrichment programme and have access to debate, speech making and presentation training through our oratory specialism. Our excellent teaching staff work in a rewarding environment where everyone pulls together for the same thing; the best possible deal for our pupils.
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