Business and ICT Curriculum Leader

Caterham High School; City Of London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A forward-thinking educational institution in London is seeking a dedicated Middle Leader to oversee ICT, Computing, Business, Economics, Law, and Financial Studies. The successful candidate will model high standards, drive strategic development, and promote an inclusive culture. Experience as a middle leader in a secondary education setting is essential. This role offers opportunities for professional development and contribution to a positive learning environment.

Benefits

Free access to fitness suite

Free parking

CPD opportunities

Qualifications

• Proven experience leading curriculum areas in a secondary school setting.
• Strong commitment to improving outcomes for children and young people.
• Ability to promote an inclusive school culture.

Responsibilities

• Lead ICT, Computing, Business, Economics, Law, and Financial Studies.
• Demonstrate high standards and drive strategic development.
• Engage with parents and the community to support student outcomes.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic thinking

Commitment to high standards

Curriculum design

Education

Experience as a middle leader in secondary education

Knowledge of ICT, Computing, Business, Economics, Law and Financial Studies

Job description

Overview

At Caterham High we strive to achieve aspirational outcomes and provision for our children and young people, set within a culture of inclusion and high expectations. We are looking for a highly motivated and driven Middle Leader to role model an unrelenting commitment to achieving high standards and to drive strategic development, underpinned by a strong moral purpose that puts the needs of children and young people first and foremost to improve outcomes and confidence in learning. Our teachers are enthusiastic and motivated and understand the value and richness of their subjects.

We currently teach ICT, Computing, Business, Economics, Law and Financial Studies across Level 2 and Level 3 courses at KS4 and KS5, offering both vocational and academic pathways. We need a dedicated professional to lead these curriculum areas into a cohesive department to create a vibrant, engaging curriculum provision. These subjects are very popular at Caterham High School.

We value leadership for all and ensure that Middle Leaders have opportunities to grow and develop a successful career through a range of CPD and as active participants of the Seven Kings Teaching School Alliance.

We are proud of our Ofsted assessment (Good, June 2022) which recognised our positive learning environment and caring community. As an East London Community school, we celebrate diversity and promote inclusivity and equality, aiming for every student to feel valued and supported. Our students conduct themselves in a calm and orderly manner around school and behave well in lessons.

Caterham High School is well-equipped with good facilities. We continually invest in technology and resources, including excellent sports facilities, music rooms and art studios. We have two Provisions (for Deaf children and for children with Autism) and offer Curriculum Pathways to enable curriculum access and support students’ academic achievements.

Our staff are friendly and welcoming. The senior team supports health, wellbeing and a balanced workload, with activities such as football, swimming, badminton and a textiles club. Staff have free access to our fitness suite and free parking.

Responsibilities

• Lead ICT, Computing, Business, Economics, Law and Financial Studies to create a cohesive department with a vibrant, engaging curriculum provision.
• Demonstrate and role model high standards, resilience and a strong work ethic; drive self-improvement and strategic development.
• Contribute to an inclusive school culture and promote safeguarding and wellbeing for all students.
• Participate in CPD and collaborate with peers and the Seven Kings Teaching School Alliance to develop leadership skills and career progression.
• Engage with parents and wider community where appropriate to support student outcomes.

Qualifications and Experience

• Proven experience as a middle leader or equivalent in a secondary education setting.
• Strong strategic thinker with a moral purpose focused on improving outcomes for children and young people.
• Commitment to high standards, self-improvement and professional development.
• Knowledge of ICT, Computing, Business, Economics, Law and Financial Studies education and curriculum design is desirable.

Safeguarding and Application

The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Offer of a position is subject to satisfactory references and an Enhanced DBS Clearance. The successful applicant will be required to undertake an enhanced DBS check, pass a health check and provide at least two supportive references, including the most recent employer. In accordance with KCSiE, Safer Recruitment Guidelines and Data Protection Guidelines, the school reserves the right to use social media as part of recruitment processes. For more details, please contact the school.