Deputy Head - GCSE Provision (LUM351/1857)

Luminate Education Group; Leeds; Hybrid; GBP 43,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

An established educational institution is seeking a Deputy Head to enhance teaching and learning quality while ensuring outstanding student outcomes. This role involves supporting the Assistant Principal in leadership, managing staff, and overseeing curriculum development. The ideal candidate will embody the college's values and demonstrate strong management skills. With generous annual leave, pension schemes, and opportunities for professional development, this position offers a fulfilling career in a vibrant educational environment focused on innovation and support.

Benefits

Generous Annual Leave

Pension Schemes

Memberships and Discounts

Travel Discounts

Development Opportunities

Wellbeing Initiatives

Flexible Working Options

Qualifications

• Experience managing a curriculum, including planning and review.
• Good understanding of college operations and educational issues.

Responsibilities

• Support the Assistant Principal in departmental leadership.
• Oversee course delivery and ensure compliance with standards.
• Lead on curriculum development aligned with national priorities.

Skills

Curriculum Management

Teaching and Learning Assessment

Line Management Experience

Restorative Practices

Relationship Building

Education

Level 5 Teaching Qualification

Relevant Higher-Level Vocational Qualification

Job description

About the Role

Leeds Sixth Form College is recruiting a Deputy Head to support the Assistant Principal in all aspects of departmental leadership and management, with a focus on quality, teaching, learning, assessment, and securing outstanding student outcomes.

The college offers a diverse range of full-time education programs for learners aged 16-18 and 19+, including A Levels and vocational courses from Level 2 to Level 3, encompassing both academic and vocational pathways.

The role involves curriculum management responsibilities for the GCSE provision for both 16-18 and adult learners, suitable for candidates with previous line management experience and a strong focus on teaching, learning, and assessment (TLA).

What You Will Do

• Support the Assistant Principal in departmental leadership, focusing on quality, teaching, learning, assessment, and student outcomes.
• Model outstanding teaching and learning practices.
• Manage and develop lecturers and staff within the department.
• Ensure efficient department operations and financial targets are met.
• Oversee course delivery, ensuring compliance with awarding body, funding, and quality standards.
• Lead on curriculum development within a defined section, aligning with national and local priorities, funding changes, and growth areas, while securing excellent outcomes for students and employers.

About You

• Hold a Level 5 teaching qualification (e.g., Cert Ed, PGCE).
• Possess a relevant higher-level vocational qualification or degree in teaching within the curriculum area.
• Demonstrate honesty, integrity, and high professional standards.
• Experience managing a curriculum, including planning, monitoring, and review.
• Good understanding of college operations and broader educational issues.
• Ability to generate new ideas, see opportunities and challenges.
• Experience promoting restorative practices and relationship building.
• Act as a positive role model and embody college values: Collaborative, Inspiring, Passionate, Aspirational, Celebrate Individuality, Respectful.
• Comply with all legislative and regulatory requirements.

Benefits

• Generous annual leave: at least 39 days for support staff, 44 days for academic and senior management, plus bank holidays.
• Pension schemes: Teachers’ Pension and Local Government Pension Scheme.
• Memberships and discounts: including TOTUM card and other schemes.
• Travel discounts: Metro card, Northern Rail, First Bus, Arriva Bus, Cycle to Work schemes.
• Development opportunities: staff training and development days.
• Wellbeing initiatives.
• Flexible and hybrid working options depending on role requirements.

About Us

Leeds Sixth Form College is committed to improving young people's lives through education within a vibrant, diverse environment that values innovation, support, and inspiration. We look forward to welcoming new team members to our community.

Safeguarding

We prioritize safeguarding and expect all staff to share this commitment. Mandatory pre-employment checks include an enhanced DBS, online checks, and references. It is a criminal offense to apply if barred from regulated activity involving children.

Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion

Our commitment to EDI guides our recruitment, ensuring fairness and diversity. We aim to reflect our communities and foster innovation through diverse perspectives. Click here to learn more about our EDI objectives.

Recruitment Agencies

We do not accept unsolicited CVs from agencies. All submissions must be directed through formal channels. We are not liable for fees related to unsolicited applications.

Salary: £43,492 to £46,133 per annum