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Head of Year

Harris Academy Battersea, London, SW11 5AP

This job expired on 16 May 2022 – see similar jobs

• Job start date

  1 September 2022

• Closing date

  16 May 2022 at 11:59pm

• Date listed

  4 May 2022

Job details

• Job role:
  • Head of year or phase
  • Head of department or curriculum
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Working pattern: Full time
• Contract type: Permanent
• Full-time equivalent salary: MPS/UPS (Inner London) + £2,000 Harris Allowance + TLR
• Additional allowances:

  Our people are at the heart of our success. We have developed a strong culture of collaboration and best practice, with professional development and career planning at its centre. We invest in our staff with support, coaching, mentoring, and a wide range of top-quality training programmes delivered at every level to senior leadership.

  We look for talented individuals who share our vision for creating exceptional places of learning, and are committed to ensuring that every child in London has access to the best possible education.

  In addition to the opportunities for career progression, training and development, we also offer a competitive rewards and benefits package which includes our Harris Allowance, a Performance and Loyalty Bonus, Pension Scheme, a Wellbeing Cash Plan and many other benefits.

Head of Year job summary

We are looking for experienced teachers with energy, enthusiasm and expertise to lead a Year Group supporting the academy staff team to continue to deliver brilliant outcomes for students. If you are looking for an opportunity to grow, inspire and develop, this may be the role for you. Main Areas of Responsibility Core Duties To demonstrate and instil in staff and students the value of knowledge and the mindset of ‘wanting to learn something new every day.’ To demonstrate and instil in staff and students the value of integrity and the mindset of ‘doing the right thing even when it is difficult to do so.’ To demonstrate and instil in staff and students the value of resilience and the mindset of ‘try fail try fail try succeed.’ Data and Intervention Support Communicate high aspirations and expectations to students in your year group. Liaise and co-operate with SEN and inclusion staff and outside agencies on the academic, pastoral, social, vocational and behavioural needs of students in the year group To make referrals to the SENCO/Safeguarding Lead for pupils regarding mental health concerns or concerns which may require counselling or meetings with health professionals Student Welfare Support Behaviour Support in implementing the consistent application of the behaviour and rewards policy and any relevant policies related to pupil behaviour to ensure high standards of behaviour and expectations in your year group. To actively implement the uniform policy with the SLT-lead and take daily firm and consistent action to ensure that pupils wear appropriate uniform at all times. To promote excellent standards of pupil behaviour Safeguarding To make referrals to the Safeguarding Team in person/via CPOMS for pupils regarding concerns about their safety/wellbeing. Work with the Safeguarding Team and SLT-lead to support students feeling safe in the academy in line with academy guidance. Work with the Safeguarding Team and SLT-lead to ensure vulnerable students receive the internal and external support required when needed. Attendance To support in using sanctions, praise, rewards and interventions to ensure 95% attendance in your year group. To support the work of the SLT-lead and Attendance Officer to ensure that pupils’ attendance is improving and meeting expectation To support in following the academy attendance policy and escalation policy in regards to attendance of students in your year group Other To support with the accurate record of all student files, both electronically and in paper form, in accordance with government and academy guidelines. Deliver assemblies with SLT-lead and other staff where appropriate To support with the induction of new pupils, particularly mid-term arrivals. General Undertake whole academy duties as outlined in responsibilities agreed each year. Monitor and support the overall progress and development of students as a teacher. To engage actively in the performance review process, addressing targets set in conjunction with the line manager each Autumn term. Qualifications & Experience Qualifications Qualified Teacher Status Honours degree or equivalent Clear knowledge and understanding of current educational issues. Desirable Management training Knowledge Knowledge of school curriculum, the age-related expectations of pupils, the main teaching methods and the testing/examination frameworks in the subjects and age ranges in which they are involved. Understanding of the aims, content, teaching strategies and intended outcomes for the lessons in which they are involved, and understanding of the place of these in the related teaching programme. Knowledge of the key factors that can affect the way pupils behave. Knowledge of the statutory frameworks relevant to their role. Knowledge of the legal definition of Special Education Needs and familiarity with the guidance about meeting SEN given in the SEN Code of Practice. Knowledge of a range of strategies to establish a purposeful learning environment and to promote good Knowledge and experience of dealing with students with behavioural and learning Practical knowledge of equipment, including IT equipment where appropriate, to support learning. Essential Skills Display an awareness, understanding and commitment to the protection and safeguarding of children and young people. Ability to recognise changes in pupils' behaviour and report to relevant staff. Ability to prioritise, plan and organise themselves as well as others Track record of setting and achieving ambitious, challenging goals and targets Ability to lead and work within a large team Ability to inspire, challenge, motivate and empower others to carry the vision of the school forward To be pupil-focused in all regards To be courteous and professional to visitors and telephone callers. To develop positive and mutually supportive working relationships with all colleagues To promote learning through the full range of extra-curricular opportunities and community events To build positive relationships with parents Excellent oral and written communication skills Ability to establish a positive presence in the school Personal Qualities Enthusiasm for and commitment to the achievement of the Academy’s overall vision of supporting students ‘to develop into aspirational young people who thrive in a changing world.’ The academies core values of Knowledge, Integrity and Resilience are significant strengths. Willingness to work hard. Record of excellent attendance and punctuality. Flexible, adaptable, results orientated and able to prioritise, resilient under pressure. Awareness of and commitment to equal opportunities and valuing diversity. A genuine reflective practitioner Belief in the responsibility of a school to include pupils with a diverse range of educational needs Ability to demonstrate sound judgement and make considered decisions Able to respond positively to pressure To be solution instead of problem-focused To be a ‘team player’ Is highly credible and can model excellent behaviours Safeguarding Notice The Harris Federation and all our academies are committed to ensuring the highest levels of safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, and we expect all our staff and volunteers to share in this commitment. All offers of employment are subject to an Enhanced DBS check, references, and where applicable, a prohibition from teaching check will be completed for all applicants. Before applying, please review our Policy Statement on the Recruitment of Ex-Offenders. Equal Opportunities The Harris Federation is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified candidates. As a provider of employment and education, we value the diversity of our staff and students, and all our staff are equally valued and respected. We are committed to providing a fair, equitable and mutually supportive learning and working environment for our students and staff.

Commitment to safeguarding

The Harris Federation and all our academies are committed to ensuring the highest levels of safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and we expect all our staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All offers of employment are subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, references, an online search, and where applicable, a prohibition from teaching check will be completed.

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About Harris Academy Battersea

• School type: Academy, ages 11 to 19
• Education phase: Secondary
• School size: 924 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 11 to 19
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• School website: Harris Academy Battersea website
• Email address: info@harrisbattersea.org.uk
• Phone number: 020 7622 0026
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/harris-academy-battersea

Harris Battersea was ranked 10th in the country in. With a Progress 8 score of +1.27, students achieve more than one grade higher than they would in an average school. Such progress, alongside the best A-level results in Wandsworth, reflect the exceptional dedication with which everyone in the academy has applied themselves.

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