About the role
We are seeking an inspirational Head of Department who has the passion to take language learning to the next level.
The successful candidate will be an individual who can demonstrate their commitment to high quality teaching and learning, and have an excellent understanding of the Spanish curriculum.
They will have developed effective strategies to secure good outcomes for students in both Key Stage 3 & 4 and be able to demonstrate the ability to build positive relationships with students, parents and carers.
Through their leadership they will provide a learning environment in which students can thrive, and help every individual in our school community to develop the character required to make the right choice for lifelong success.
The Head of Department will have the support of a committed teaching team and many opportunities to work collaboratively with a supportive group of curriculum leaders.
As a Head of Department you will:
¦ Be an excellent teacher, responsible for carrying out the duties of a teacher as set out in the DfE Teachers Standards’ document, and as outlined in the DfE School Teachers’ Pay and Conditions document.
¦ Work to raise standards of student progress and attainment within your curriculum area
¦ Use data effectively to monitor and support student progress.
¦ Be accountable for student progress and development within your subject area.
¦ Develop and enhance the teaching practice of others.
¦ Ensure the provision of an appropriately broad, balanced, relevant and differentiated curriculum for learners studying in the department, in accordance with the aims of the school and the curricular policies determined by the Governing Body and Headteacher.
¦ Be accountable for leading, managing and developing the subject/curriculum area.
¦ Manage and deploy teaching/support staff, financial and physical resources within the department effectively to support the department development plan.
¦ Keep up to date with the latest developments in your curriculum area
¦ Consider how to maximise student’s exposure to Spanish via extra curricular activities, trips and visits
** For full details of this role please read the attached job description **
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