Vocational Subjects Lead
Outcomes First Group, Tewkesbury
Vocational Subjects Lead
£50000-£60000
Outcomes First Group, Tewkesbury
- Full time
- Permanent
- Onsite working
Posted 2 weeks ago, 21 Oct | Get your application in now before you miss out!
Closing date: Closing date not specified
Job ref: e3b36d2a32f14c9fac3b5bd035f85ff9
Location ref: Tewkesbury
Full Job Description
- Lead the strategic development of vocational education across the school.
- Teach and deliver high-quality learning within your vocational specialism.
- Develop engaging vocational pathways that meet students' needs, interests and aspirations.
- Support and guide staff delivering vocational qualifications.
- Oversee BTEC and vocational quality assurance, assessment and accreditation processes.
- Monitor student progress and raise achievement across vocational subjects.
- Build links with employers, colleges and community partners to enhance learning opportunities.
- Manage vocational resources, equipment and budgets effectively.
We're seeking a passionate and experienced Vocational Subjects Lead to shape and develop our vocational curriculum while teaching in at least one vocational subject specialism., Teaching qualification (QTS, QTLS, PGCE/Cert Ed or Level 5 DET, or willingness to work towards one) - Level 3+ qualification and/or industry experience in a vocational subject.
- Expertise in at least one vocational subject area.
- Strong knowledge of BTEC or vocational quality assurance requirements.
- Excellent leadership, organisational and communication skills.
- Experience supporting students with SEMH needs and/or autism.
- A passion for preparing young people for successful futures.
Norton College is a specialist school with in Tewkesbury, supporting young people aged 11-19 with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs, Autism and complex learning needs. Through personalised learning, vocational opportunities and a nurturing, relationship-led approach, we help pupils overcome barriers, build confidence and develop the skills they need to thrive in education and beyond. At Outcomes First Schools, we provide specialist education for learners who need a deeper level of understanding, expertise and support than mainstream education can typically offer. We support students with a wide range of complex, co-occurring and neurodivergent needs, including autism, ADHD, SEMH, speech and communication needs, dyslexia and experiences of trauma or adversity. We are proud to be a part of OFG Education who in 2025 were officially certified as a 'Great Place to Work' for the sixth year running. - Life Assurance
- Pension scheme with options to increase contributions
- "Your Wellbeing Matters" - mental health support and physical health checks
- Flexible Benefits Platform (Vista), including:
- Health, wellbeing and insurance benefits
- Hundreds of UK and international discounts
- Cycle to Work Scheme & Electric Car Purchase Scheme
- Critical illness cover
- Family Growth Support, including enhanced maternity/paternity leave and paid fertility treatment support
We place students and vulnerable young adults at the heart of everything we do, so every day brings the satisfaction of making a real difference. We are committed to the safeguarding and promoting the welfare of students and young people. All applicants will be subject to social media checks and successful applicants to a fully enhanced DBS.
Direct job link
https://www.jobs24.co.uk/job/vocational-subjects-lead-127622740