Deputy Head of Year (Non-Teaching) Job
- Salary: PO1 £40,389 - £42,855 per annum pro rata (£35,687 - £37,865 actual)
- Contract Type: 1 year Fixed-Term
- Hours: Full Time 35 hours per week (8.00 am - 4.00 pm), Term Time Only
- To Start: October 2024 or at a time by agreement
- Location: 352 Commercial Road London, E1 0LB, London Borough of Tower Hamlets
There is a wave of change at Bishop Challoner, can you be part of our journey of improvement?
We are looking to appoint a non-teaching Deputy Head of Year to support the Year Leader in the professional leadership and management of the year team and student cohort. The successful candidate will assist in managing, leading, and developing systems and procedures to enhance standards of achievement, behaviour, and personal development for all pupils in the year group.
Bishop Challoner Catholic School is a vibrant, diverse and inclusive co-educational academy for students aged 11-18, located in the heart of East London. We pride ourselves on welcoming and valuing every individual, fostering a strong sense of belonging for all. Situated in an area of relatively high deprivation, Bishop Challoner is committed to transforming the life opportunities of our students. If you are passionate about making a difference through education, this is the place for you. Our state-of-the-art buildings and facilities, combined with our dedicated and professional staff, create an exciting and supportive environment for both teaching and career development.
Bishop Challoner is part of the Lux Mundi Catholic Academy Trust, a thriving Multi-Academy Trust in Inner London. We currently have five academies and plan to expand further.
This is a fantastic opportunity for an exceptional candidate. You do not need to be a practising Catholic to apply.
We are looking for professionals with:
- A willingness and ability to support our Catholic Ethos and Mission.
- Have knowledge of a range of positive strategies to deal with whole classes and groups of pupils.
- Have good interpersonal and presentational skills.
- High expectations of pupil attainment and behaviour.
- Be forward thinking, visionary, receptive to change and able to work under pressure.
- A good track record of monitoring student progress to ensure all achieve.
- Inspire, challenge and motivate pupil.
- Have a sense of humour.
OFSTED Quotes:
- "Pupils value their education"
- "Positive about the changes and routines that new leaders introduced"
- "New leaders and governors are ambitious and have set high expectations for all. They set about making important changes and have brought about notable improvements" (OFSTED, November 2021)
- "Bishop Challoner Catholic School serves a diverse community where all are valued, ensuring an excellent sense of welcome and inclusivity" (Catholic Schools Inspectorate, 2023)
We offer:
- A strong commitment to your professional development and career management - excellent CPD opportunities including bespoke individual and team-based training programmes across all levels.
- Opportunities to be involved with action-based research on topics that match your pedagogical interests.
- Free gym on site.
- Cycle to work scheme.
- On site cycle storage.
- Free breakfast twice a week.
- Staff room with outdoor roof terrace and free tea/coffee.
- A staff wellbeing team that arranges termly celebrations that recognise the contributions staff make to our school.
- A positive and stimulating school environment which values the contribution of all staff.
If you have the passion and drive to help uphold high standards of conduct at Bishop Challoner, we look forward to hearing from you.
How to Apply: Your application is a direct permanent application to Bishop Challoner.
To apply, please request an application form from Ellie or Francisca for more information. Your application is a direct permanent application to our school (not through agency), Hays is our recruitment partner for all permanent appointments.
- Closing Date: immediate, no later than Friday, 27th September 2024 at 12 noon.
- Interviews Date: TBC
Please note that there are no parking facilities at the school, but we are lucky to be served by a number of transport links including Bus, DLR, Overground and Tube.
Our School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Any appointment is subject to an enhanced DBS check. The Governing Body is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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