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Head of Faculty for English

Head of Faculty for English

CTC KINGSHURST ACADEMY

Solihull

Job type:
Full Time, Permanent
Start date:
October Half Term 2015 (or September 2015, if possible)
Apply by:
5 June 2015

Job overview

CTC Kingshurst Academy is a highly popular, oversubscribed establishment, which continues to be at the forefront of many national and international educational developments. We are currently undergoing an exciting and successful transformation in learning and teaching and are actively seeking an innovative Head of Faculty with a proven track record of success to help further drive our journey from good to outstanding.

Ofsted last inspected the academy in 2013 and judged its overall effectiveness to be “Good” and improving. With 85% of observed lessons found to be good or better, the inspectors were confident of the academy’s provision, reporting that ‘teachers expect much of their students and communicate great enthusiasm for their subjects. Students have great respect for, and confidence in, their teachers and this supports students’ learning well.’

The English faculty played a substantial role in Ofsted’s judgement; the faculty, which includes a mix of experienced and newly qualified teachers, was observed by the inspection team with 100% of teaching judged good or better.

Developing future school leaders is an integral part of the academy’s approach to its professional development of staff at all levels; the English faculty has a strong reputation for developing its leaders and teachers and, as a result of the existing Head of Faculty securing an assistant headship, we are now looking to employ an outstanding and ambitious middle leader with the ability to enthuse and inspire both staff and students.

Candidates must have a proven track record of outstanding teaching by Ofsted and their senior leadership team, evidence of securing strong progress outcomes and consistent high attainment with their examination groups. The applicant must be confident, an excellent communicator and able to motivate all members of the team to drive forward their own teaching, results and professional development. We are looking for a dedicated individual with ideas on how to foster cross-subject links, extend attainment and progress for all students and build further on the positive reputation of English held by students at the academy. Successful candidates will drive student engagement and be able to co-ordinate and implement effective strategies that ensure rapid and sustained progress for all learners.

As we anticipate considerable interest in this opportunity, we would recommend early application. We welcome applications from those looking for their first promotion or those with prior middle management experience in a smaller school.

The Governing Body is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post will be subject to an Enhanced DBS Disclosure.

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from candidates with relevant experience.

Further details about the CTC and an application form can be found at http://www.kingshurst.ac.uk/ or, alternatively, please contact Kay Pendleton, Recruitment Officer, for an application form, at kay.pendleton@kingshurst.ac.uk.

Also see: https://www.hirewire.co.uk/job/62310/

Deadline for applications: Friday 5th June 2015 at 9.00am
Interviews to take place on Wednesday 10th June 2015

CTC Kingshurst Academy, Cooks Lane, Kingshurst, Birmingham, B37 6NU

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Our Aim:

To create and sustain an optimum environment in which staff deliver an innovative, challenging and exciting education that is relevant and appropriate for students of all abilities, is of the highest quality and enjoys the confidence and support of all.

The College Aims to:


• cater for the needs and aspirations of 11-18 year olds of all abilities.

• provide equal opportunity for boys and girls

• offer a broad curriculum with a strong technical and practical background.

• help students develop lively and enquiring minds, the ability to question and argue rationally and to apply themselves to tasks and physical skills.

• help students acquire knowledge and skills relevant to adult life and employment in a fast changing world.

• help students use language and number effectively.

• instill respect for moral values and to develop tolerance and understanding of other races, religions and ways of life.

• help students to understand the world in which they live, and the interdependence of individuals, groups and nations.

• help students appreciate human achievements and aspirations.

• develop qualities of enterprise, self-reliance and responsibility.

• develop personal and interpersonal skills.

• encourage independent learning.

• develop skills using modern technology.

• create an atmosphere where everybody can regard themselves as partners in the learning process
 

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