Curriculum Leader - Design and Technology

Noel-baker Academy; Thulston; On-site; GBP 52,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Noel Baker Academy is seeking an ambitious Curriculum Leader (Wider Curriculum) to secure excellent outcomes through a high-quality curriculum and outstanding teaching. You will lead on curriculum planning, assessment and quality assurance, using data to monitor performance and implement interventions for improved attainment and progress.

You will work with senior leaders to develop staff via coaching, mentoring, appraisal and professional development, contributing to school improvement and

Qualifications

• Hold a degree qualification in a relevant subject and Qualified Teacher Status (QTS).
• Have a proven record of delivering high-quality teaching and securing strong outcomes for pupils.
• Have experience of leading or coordinating a subject, key stage or team.
• Demonstrate strong curriculum, assessment and subject knowledge.
• Use assessment and performance data effectively to identify priorities and drive improvement.
• Be able to coach, mentor and develop colleagues to improve teaching and learning.
• Have excellent communication, organisational and leadership skills.
• Be committed to high standards of behaviour, achievement and inclusion for all pupils.
• Be able to work collaboratively with colleagues, parents, carers and external stakeholders.
• Demonstrate a commitment to safeguarding, equality, diversity and ongoing professional development.

Responsibilities

• Lead curriculum planning, assessment and quality assurance.
• Use data to monitor performance and identify areas for improvement; implement interventions to raise attainment and progress.
• Coach, mentor and develop staff through appraisal and professional development.
• Drive improvements in teaching and learning and set high expectations of behaviour and achievement.
• Contribute to school improvement planning, self-evaluation activities, transition arrangements and enrichment opportunities.
• Manage departmental resources effectively and foster positive relationships with pupils, parents and external partners.

Skills

Curriculum leadership

Coaching & mentoring

Data analysis

Strategic planning

Communication

Education

Degree in relevant subject

QTS

Job description

About the Role We are seeking an ambitious, inspiring and highly effective Curriculum Leader (Wider Curriculum) to join the team at Noel Baker Academy. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced teacher and leader who is passionate about securing excellent outcomes for young people through a high-quality curriculum, outstanding teaching and strong departmental leadership. The successful candidate will provide strategic leadership for their subject area, ensuring a coherent, ambitious and inclusive curriculum that enables all pupils, including disadvantaged pupils and those with SEND, to achieve their full potential. You will lead on curriculum planning, assessment and quality assurance, using data and evidence to monitor performance, identify areas for improvement and implement effective interventions to raise attainment and progress. Working closely with senior leaders and colleagues across the Trust, you will support, challenge and develop staff through coaching, mentoring, appraisal and professional development. You will play a key role in driving improvements in teaching and learning, promoting high expectations of behaviour and achievement, and ensuring a culture of continuous improvement within the department. As Curriculum Leader, you will also contribute to school improvement planning, self-evaluation activities, transition arrangements, enrichment opportunities and wider academy priorities. You will manage departmental resources effectively, foster positive relationships with pupils, parents and external partners, and promote the Trust's values of Lead, Empower, Achieve and Drive. This role would suit an inspirational middle leader who is committed to inclusive education, has a strong track record of securing positive outcomes for pupils and staff, and is motivated by making a lasting difference to the life chances of young people. The Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. What We Are Looking For We are looking for a skilled, reflective and enthusiastic Curriculum Leader who can inspire pupils and colleagues alike through high-quality teaching, strong leadership and a relentless focus on improvement. The successful candidate will possess excellent curriculum knowledge, strong analytical skills and the ability to lead and develop others effectively.

• Hold a degree qualification in a relevant subject and Qualified Teacher Status (QTS).
• Have a proven record of delivering high-quality teaching and securing strong outcomes for pupils.
• Have experience of leading or coordinating a subject, key stage or team.
• Demonstrate strong curriculum, assessment and subject knowledge.
• Use assessment and performance data effectively to identify priorities and drive improvement.
• Be able to coach, mentor and develop colleagues to improve teaching and learning.
• Have excellent communication, organisational and leadership skills.
• Be committed to high standards of behaviour, achievement and inclusion for all pupils.
• Be able to work collaboratively with colleagues, parents, carers and external stakeholders.
• Demonstrate a commitment to safeguarding, equality, diversity and ongoing professional development.
  We are looking for a skilled, reflective and enthusiastic Curriculum Leader who can inspire pupils and colleagues alike through high-quality teaching, strong leadership and a relentless focus on improvement. The successful candidate will possess excellent curriculum knowledge, strong analytical skills and the ability to lead and develop others effectively.
• Hold a degree qualification in a relevant subject and Qualified Teacher Status (QTS).
• Have a proven record of delivering high-quality teaching and securing strong outcomes for pupils.
• Have experience of leading or coordinating a subject, key stage or team.
• Demonstrate strong curriculum, assessment and subject knowledge.
• Use assessment and performance data effectively to identify priorities and drive improvement.
• Be able to coach, mentor and develop colleagues to improve teaching and learning.
• Have excellent communication, organisational and leadership skills.
• Be committed to high standards of behaviour, achievement and inclusion for all pupils.
• Be able to work collaboratively with colleagues, parents, carers and external stakeholders.
• Demonstrate a commitment to safeguarding, equality, diversity and ongoing professional development.