Department Leader & Educational Impact Coach

Sherwood Foundation School; Greater London; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Sherwood Foundation School at Sherwood Manor Campus is seeking a capable department lead responsible for day-to-day management and provision within the campus. The role includes modelling best teaching practice and sustaining a 70% teaching timetable.

You will have an impact on pupil progress beyond your classes, line-manage staff, and participate in school development planning as part of the Wider Leadership Team.

Qualifications

• Take responsibility and accountability for the day-to-day management and organisation of the allocated department at Sherwood Manor Campus.
• Be an excellent classroom practitioner who models effective practice with a 70% teaching timetable.
• Have an impact on educational progress beyond your assigned pupils.
• Line manage, performance manage and appraise identified staff.
• Assist in smooth school operations, including duties with other TLR holders in the Head/Assistant Headteacher's absence.
• Contribute to the School Development Plan as part of the Wider Leadership Team.
• Manage pupil transitions to/from your department and related admissions paperwork.

Responsibilities

• Take responsibility for day-to-day management and organisation of the department.
• Model excellent classroom practice and maintain a 70% teaching timetable.
• Lead transitions for pupils and contribute to admissions paperwork.

Skills

Classroom teaching

Leadership

Performance management

Job description

Sherwood Foundation School at Sherwood Manor Campus is seeking a capable department lead responsible for day-to-day management and provision within the campus. The role includes modelling best teaching practice and sustaining a 70% teaching timetable.

You will have an impact on pupil progress beyond your classes, line-manage staff, and participate in school development planning as part of the Wider Leadership Team.