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Achievement Director of Physical Education

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  • Job
    Full-time
    Senior Level
  • Education & Teaching
  • London

Requirements

  • Hold QTS (or equivalent) and a relevant undergraduate degree, and, ideally, management training
  • Demonstrate successful teaching of GCSE at good or better level
  • Have experience of initiation and effective management of change
  • Show evidence of raising achievement in present post and showing good value added for groups
  • Have knowledge of current curriculum developments in subject and their implications
  • Have good knowledge and understanding of current educational thinking
  • Show good understanding of how children learn and how to raise standards of achievement
  • Have good communication skills in speech and writing
  • Display excellent organisational skills
  • Be able to build and sustain professional standards and relationships with students
  • Be able to contribute towards creating a safe and protective environment

Responsibilities

  • To be accountable for leading, managing and developing the subject area.
  • To raise standards of student attainment and achievement within the whole subject/curriculum area and to monitor and support student progress.
  • To ensure the provision of an appropriately broad, balanced, relevant and differentiated curriculum for students studying in the department, in accordance with the aims of the academy and the curricular policies determined by the Governing Body and Principal.
  • To teach the relevant subject across the age and ability range.
  • To facilitate and encourage a learning experience which provides students with the opportunity to achieve their individual potential.
  • To effectively manage and deploy staff, financial and physical resources within the department.
  • To share and support the school's responsibility to provide and monitor opportunities for personal and academic growth.
  • Operational and strategic planning (including formulating the subject and faculty improvement plans, and leading the development of appropriate syllabuses, resources, schemes of work, marking policies, assessment and teaching strategies)
  • Ensuring the delivery of an appropriate, comprehensive, high quality and cost effective curriculum and leading development of the subject and its delivery
  • Staff development (including recruiting, building and managing an effective team of motivated staff)
  • Student outcomes (including ensuring the effective operation of target setting, monitoring and evaluation systems and the input and maintenance of accurate student data)
  • Pastoral system (including being a form tutor to a selected group of students)
  • Teaching, including acting as an outstanding role model

FAQs

What qualifications are required for the Achievement Director of Physical Education position?

The successful candidate must hold QTS (or equivalent) and a relevant undergraduate degree, and ideally have management training.

Is prior teaching experience necessary for this role?

Yes, candidates must demonstrate successful teaching of GCSE at a good or better level.

What are the main responsibilities of the Achievement Director of Physical Education?

Main responsibilities include leading, managing and developing the subject area, raising standards of student attainment, ensuring a broad and balanced curriculum, and facilitating student learning experiences.

Will I be expected to teach in this role?

Yes, the achievement director is required to teach the relevant subject across the age and ability range.

What professional development opportunities are available for staff?

Staff have access to a strong culture of collaboration, coaching, mentoring, and a wide range of top-quality training programs aimed at professional growth and career planning.

Are there any specific skills or knowledge needed for the position?

Candidates should have knowledge of current curriculum developments, good understanding of how children learn, and excellent communication and organizational skills.

What is the school's approach to staff wellbeing?

The wellbeing of staff is a priority, and the school seeks to provide a work-life balance that enables staff to perform their best.

How does HABS support staff in terms of collaboration?

HABS is part of the Harris Federation, allowing staff to be part of a network of over fifty academies, engaging in vibrant networks of subject experts and accessing bespoke support.

What benefits are offered to staff at HABS?

The academy offers a competitive rewards and benefits package including the Harris Allowance, Performance and Loyalty Bonuses, a Pension Scheme with generous employer contributions, and a Wellbeing Cash Plan, among others.

Will the role involve pastoral responsibilities?

Yes, the Achievement Director of Physical Education will be a form tutor to a selected group of students, contributing to their personal and academic growth.

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