Head of PSHE and Citizenship
The King's School, Ottery St Mary, Devon, EX11 1RAThis job expired on 20 March 2023
Start date details
September 2023
Closing date
20 March 2023 at 9am
Date listed
1 March 2023
Job details
Job role
- Head of year or phase
- Head of department or curriculum
Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Key stage
- Key stage 3, Key stage 4, Key stage 5
Subject
- Citizenship
Working pattern
- Full time: 195 days per year. Full time (1265 hours directed time)
Contract type
- Permanent
Pay scale
- Full Time MPS/UPS + TLR 2c
Additional allowances
TLR 2c
What skills and experience we're looking for
For September 2023 we wish to appoint a Head of PSHE and Citizenship who is an outstanding leader and teacher with the ambition and drive to take PSHE teaching at The King’s School to the next stage in its development. The King’s School has maintained an excellent reputation for the delivery of high quality PSHE and Citizenship for a number of years, often leading new initiatives in the East Devon area and delivering training more widely. The subject is highly valued at the school, in our community, and especially by our students. The Head of PSHE and Citizenship has a critical role in responding to the emotional health and well-being of our students. The successful candidate will lead the delivery and regular review of an engaging curriculum which is age-appropriate, safe, and serves the needs of our community. The role requires you to liaise with the Careers Co-ordinator and pastoral team to ensure the aspirations and needs of all students are met within the curriculum. You will have a crucial role in listening to students' opinions via the Teen Health Group and Diversity Group, both of which have received national and local awards.
We are looking for someone who can be creative, dynamic, and is able to communicate their passion for the subject to the whole range of students and staff. You will need to be a talented and capable classroom practitioner, skilled in managing challenging topics such as relationship education, and be adept at creating a comfortable environment for all to thrive. The successful candidate will also be a team player who can communicate an enthusiasm and depth of subject knowledge, using a student-centred approach.
What the school offers its staff
The King’s School is an outstanding 11-18 comprehensive school with ambitious students, supportive parents and excellent facilities. We have a strong reputation for success across the curriculum and an extra-curricular programme which is valued highly by the whole school community. A commitment to the philosophy of ‘Achievement for All’ and a desire to work in an exciting, dynamic, creative and supportive way are essential for all staff at The King’s School.
Commitment to safeguarding
When applying for the role, it is important that you refer to the school's Safeguarding and Child Protection Policy and the DBS Disclosure Policy, which can be found on our website (About Us – Policy Documents). We are committed to safeguarding the welfare of students so all staff are enhanced DBS checked.
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About The King's School
- School type
- Academy, ages 11 to 18
- Education phase
- View all Secondaryjobs
- School size
- 1115 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 11 to 18
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report (opens in new tab)
- School website
- The King's School website (opens in new tab)
- Email address
- recruitment@thekings.devon.sch.uk
- Phone number
- 01404 812982
Academy - Comprehensive 11-18 school
Arranging a visit to The King's School
To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email recruitment@thekings.devon.sch.uk.
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