Head of Department - English

Head of Department - English, Birmingham

Reporting to: Assistant Head teacher
Responsible for: Teaching and support staff in the department
Roles included: Head of Department, Classroom Teacher, Form Tutor

Overview of the role   

This is a unique and exciting opportunity to shape a Department from its near foundation and establish a new culture in a brand new secondary school which opened in September 2012. Opportunities like these will be far and few between, interesting those with creative inspiring minds and a conscientious attitude. There will be challenges along the journey; however, the rewards will be hugely satisfying.

You will have the opportunity to be innovative, creative and recruit colleagues to support your vision. Alongside building the department, you will be involved in establishing the whole school, taking responsibility for tutoring and shaping the enrichment programme.

The school

You will be working with a pioneering group, Nishkam School Trust, which is a flagship DfE Free School, and the first multi-academy free school trust in the UK.

The core of a Nishkam education is the triple pursuit of academic excellence, creating a community that supports children throughout their lives and nurturing a strong values-led approach to life.

The school is four form entry with 25 pupils per class. Currently we have enrolled pupils into Years 7,8 and 9 (September 2014) and Years 12 and 13. The school will have 700 pupils when at full capacity in 2016.

The role

The role will evolve during the initial years as the school grows. You will also prepare the curriculum for September 2014 and develop longer term plans for your department.

Your department will continue to grow until it reaches full capacity and your management responsibilities will grow with the Department structure. You will play a key role in shaping the department as well as recruiting and mentoring new staff.

You will be:

• a leader who models high aspirations, integrity and values to all;
• able to inspire, motivate and develop staff and students;
• able to communicate your passion for your subject;
• a team player who contributes to the realisation of the unique vision for the school to deliver a faith inspired, values-led education to all pupils;
• an outstanding, innovative and dedicated classroom practitioner with a proven record in raising standards and attainment;
• able to inspire pupils to go beyond their expectations with a real passion for your subject;
• a creative and inventive professional, committed to being a positive role model for children;
• enthusiastic about contributing to the wider life of the school.

We will offer you:

• a professional, hardworking and supportive staff;
• enthusiastic pupils who are eager to learn and are proud of their school community;
• a brand new building, working environment with excellent ICT facilities;
• a staff development programme designed to further develop our staff;
• opportunities for involvement in the wider pastoral and extra -curricular life of the School

To apply:

• Please download application pack at www.nishkamschool.org/recruitment or contact the school office on 0121 348 7660
• Please email applications to recruitment@nishkameducation.org  

Nishkam School Trust (NST) are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share in this commitment. Any successful applicant will be required to undertake an Enhanced DBS Disclosure.

Closing date for applications is Wednesday 30th April 2014, 5pm.
Shortlisted candidates will be contacted on Friday 2nd May 2014.
Interviews will be held on Friday 6th May 2014.

Nishkam High School,
Birmingham