Curriculum Leader: Business and ICT

Caterham High School; Greater London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A London-based educational institution seeks a dedicated professional to lead the ICT and business curriculum areas. The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong leadership, a commitment to inclusivity, and a focus on improving outcomes for students. Join a supportive team that values growth through continuous professional development and offers good facilities and resources.

Benefits

Free access to fitness suite

Free parking

Staff activities and clubs

Qualifications

• Experience in leading curriculum areas.
• Strong moral purpose focused on students' needs.
• Ability to drive self-improvement.

Responsibilities

• Lead curriculum departments for ICT and related subjects.
• Create a vibrant, engaging curriculum provision.
• Participate actively in staff development opportunities.

Skills

Leadership

Curriculum development

Commitment to inclusion

Education

Qualified Teacher Status

Degree in relevant subject

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. If you would like to join us as part of our aspirational Middle Leadership group and you want to show children the value and enjoyment of your subject then we want to hear from you.

We are looking for a highly motivated and driven leader who role models an unrelenting commitment to achieving high standards in everything they do through a strong resilient work ethic. You will have a drive for self-improvement and understand 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.

The Role

We currently teach ICT, Computing, Business, Economics, Law and Financial Studies across a range of Level 2 and Level 3 courses at KS4 and KS5. We provide both vocational and academic pathways. We need a dedicated professional to lead both 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 thus 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.

School Context

We are justifiably proud of our Good Ofsted judgement (June 2022) which recognised our positive learning environment and caring community. As an East London Community school, we celebrate our diversity rigorously promoting inclusivity and equality. We believe that every student should feel valued and supported. Our students "conduct themselves in a calm and orderly manner around school and behave well in lessons" (Ofsted, June 2022).

Caterham High School is well-equipped and has good facilities. We continually invest in technology and resources. We have excellent sports facilities, music rooms, and art studios; and classroom environments and staff areas are continually improved. We have two Provisions: one for Deaf children and one for children with Autism. We have innovative Curriculum Pathways to enable curriculum access and support students' academic achievements.

Our staff are well known as friendly and welcoming. The senior team seeks to support good health, wellbeing and a balanced workload for all staff. There are staff activities such as football, swimming, badminton and a textiles club. Staff have free access to our fitness suite and free parking.

Application Process

Have we caught your attention?

If so, please contact Debby Venner (HR Manager) for more information and an application pack or see the TES or our website.

We welcome an informal visit or telephone conversation, with a Senior Leader, prior to application. Please email Debby Venner, HR Manager to request this.

Completed application forms should be e-mailed to [e-mail] by Wednesday October 1st at 10am.

Interviews will be scheduled in the week beginning Monday October 6th.

The school reserves the right to interview and appoint prior to the published deadline for applications.

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 receiving satisfactory references and an Enhanced DBS Clearance.

The successful applicant will be required to undertake an enhanced DBS check, pass a health check and have at least two supportive references, including most recent employer.

In accordance with KCSiE, Safer Recruitment Guidelines and Data Protection Guidelines, we reserve the right to use social media as part of our recruitment processes. Further details are available from the LGA guidance note. If you would like to discuss this further, please contact the school.