Head of English and Literacy
Location: Farnham, Surrey, GU9 8DY
Salary: £31,350-£47,839 + TLR 2B £5345, + SEN1 allowance £2539 (Corem1-ExcelM3) (MPS/UPS)
Contract type: Full time
Closing date for applications: Monday 24th June 2024
Interviews: Monday 1st July 2024
The School is a strong and vibrant special school with places for 146 students aged 11-16 years who have learning difficulties and additional needs. More than one in three of their students have a diagnosis of autism. They are based in Farnham and are a member of the Multi Academy Trust.
The Role
The school are looking for an enthusiastic, energetic and innovative leader of English, with strong interpersonal skills and a commitment to achieving high standards within a thriving department.
The successful candidate will have a strong academic background, be an excellent classroom practitioner who is capable of inspiring and motivating students and have experience of working with children with special educational needs (please note this does not need to be within a special school setting).
They will lead on their whole school approach to reading and oversee the use of phonics across the curriculum alongside their specialist teacher for phonics. They will also work closely with their well-established interventions team and SENDCo. A good knowledge of phonics is therefore desirable - training can be provided if required.
Key Responsibilities
- Evaluate and implement the curriculum to ensure students experience the full breadth of the subject and are able to make progress
- Lead the development of whole school literacy with demonstrable impact across the curriculum
- Oversee the provision and delivery of whole school reading
- Monitor the progress made in achieving subject plans and targets, evaluate the effects of teaching and learning, and use this to guide further improvement
- Establish provision of structured schemes of work, ensuring curriculum coverage, continuity and progression in the subject for all pupils
- Establish clear expectations and constructive working relationships among staff involved with the subject through team working and mutual support; devolving responsibilities and delegating tasks, as appropriate; evaluating practice; and developing an acceptance of accountability
- Audit training needs of staff
- Lead professional development of subject staff through example, coaching and support and coordinate the provision of high-quality professional development, drawing in other sources of expertise as necessary
- Plan and teach well-structured lessons to assigned classes, following the school's plans, curriculum and schemes of learning
- Assess, monitor, record and report on the learning needs, progress and achievements of assigned students, making accurate and productive use of assessment
Skills and Qualifications
- Has qualified teacher status with a degree qualification
- Evidence of Continuing Professional Development
- A proven record of sustained effective classroom practice, demonstrating effective outcomes
- High expectations and shows a passionate commitment to developing the best in young people, with a relentless focus upon ensuring excellent attainment and outcomes
- Has a record of successful working with parents as partners in learning
- The ability to form and maintain appropriate relationships and personal boundaries with students
- A commitment to inclusive education
Benefits
- A welcoming and supportive staff community
- Opportunities to collaborate across a range of mainstream and specialist provision schools within the Trust.
- External leadership/NPQ opportunities, including supporting masters' applications and aspiring senior leader's development programme
- On site car parking
- Westfield Health Cash Plan
To Apply
If you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for this reputable school, please click apply to be redirected to their website to complete your application.
The School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff to share this commitment.
Enhanced DBS, Children's Barred List and Right to work in the UK checks are required for this post.
The School is committed to creating a diverse workforce.