Head of English and Maths
Devon County Council, Newport, North Devon
Head of English and Maths
£49000
Devon County Council, Newport, North Devon
- Full time
- Permanent
- Onsite working
Posted 1 week ago, 11 Apr | Get your application in now before you miss out!
Closing date: Closing date not specified
Job ref: 102726aa80bb4989a97bdf7dcbffe69b
Location ref: Newport, North Devon
Full Job Description
- Leading English and maths strategy across the college, with GCSEs at the core
- Championing high aspirations for all learners and driving strong progress and achievement
- Line managing and inspiring the English and maths curriculum team
- Ensuring consistently high standards of teaching, learning and assessment
- Using data intelligently to improve attendance, engagement and outcomes
- Working closely with Heads of Faculty to coordinate delivery across departments
- Ensuring provision meets - and aims to exceed - national performance benchmarks
- Leading quality assurance, standardisation and assessment compliance
- Supporting recruitment, CPD and performance development within the team
- Staying ahead of national developments in English and maths education
- Teaching agreed hours in your specialist subject area
- Playing an active role in the wider leadership and life of the college
If you believe English and maths can change lives, love leading people, and get a genuine buzz from watching outcomes improve because of something you put in place - we should talk. We're looking for an experienced, inspiring Head of English and Maths to provide strategic leadership across the college, championing high expectations, strong teaching and ambitious learner outcomes. You'll be the person who keeps these subjects high-profile, well-planned and delivered brilliantly - ensuring learners gain the qualifications that open doors., - An experienced English or maths teacher from further education
- A proven curriculum leader with experience managing and developing teams
- Someone who has successfully improved learner outcomes, particularly GCSE or resit provision
- Confident using performance data to drive improvement
- A strong communicator who can build positive relationships across the organisation
- Resilient, reflective and confident leading change
- Passionate about education and aligned with our values of Respect, Community and Empowerment You'll need:
- A degree (or equivalent)
- A recognised teaching qualification (PGCE, Cert Ed or equivalent)
- GCSE English and maths at grade C/4 or above
- A commitment to ongoing professional development (Leadership or specialist subject qualifications are welcome, but not essential)
Direct job link
https://www.jobs24.co.uk/job/head-of-english-maths-126681870