Head of Department

Greenshaw Learning Trust; Easthampstead; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional development

Generous pension

Blue Light Card

Employee Assistance Programme

Gym discounts

Eye tests

Cycle to work

Supportive organisation

Job summary

The Brakenhale School, part of Greenshaw Learning Trust, seeks an enthusiastic Head of Department to lead our Art provision and shape the department's strategic direction. You will work closely with staff to develop an ambitious curriculum, enhance teaching and learning, and foster a culture where pupils are motivated to excel and achieve their best.

This senior leadership role requires collaboration with senior leaders, commitment to high standards, and ongoing CPD to raise attainment across

Qualifications

• Demonstrated passion for education and life chances for students.
• Proven ability to lead and develop an Art department.
• Strong understanding of KS4/KS5 exam specifications.
• Willingness to engage in CPD and professional growth.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate passion for education and improve life chances for our students.
• Help Deputy and Assistant Headteachers in developing teaching and learning through staff development, induction, ECT and ITT programmes within the department.
• Support staff to make progress on the schools teaching and learning programme.
• Work with SLT on the development of consistently good pedagogy across the department.
• Contribute significantly to the development of schemes of work within the department.
• Model best practice in ensuring that lessons are appropriately scaffolded so that all students can make rapid progress.
• Lead the Art department and shape its strategic direction within the school.

Skills

Leadership experience

Curriculum development

Staff development

Collaboration with SLT

KS4/KS5 exam knowledge

Education

Hons degree with QTS in Art

Job description

At The Brakenhale School, we are looking for an enthusiastic and dedicated Head of Department to lead our Art provision and contribute to the continued success of our school. In this rewarding leadership role, you will work closely with staff to develop an ambitious curriculum, enhance teaching and learning, and create a culture where pupils are motivated to excel and achieve their very best., This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced teacher and leader to shape the strategic direction of the department, support and develop colleagues, and foster a culture of high expectations and continuous improvement. As Head of Department, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring an engaging and ambitious curriculum is delivered effectively, enabling every pupil to achieve their full potential. You will work closely with senior leaders and colleagues across the school to raise standards, share best practice and contribute to the wider success of the school. Main duties of the role include:

• Demonstrating a passion for education and a desire to improve the life chances of our students
• To assist the Deputy and Assistant Headteachers in the development of teaching and learning by contributing to the staff development, induction, ECT and ITT programmes within the department.
• To support staff to make progress on the schools teaching and learning programme
• To work with the SLT on the development of consistently good pedagogy across the department
• To contribute significantly in the development of schemes of work within the department
• To model best practice in ensuring that lessons are appropriately scaffolded so that all students can make rapid progress.
  Are you passionate about your subject and committed to helping both pupils and colleagues reach their full potential?, Good Hons degree and QTS
• Willingness to undertake further CPD
• Able to establish good working relationships with a wide range of people
• Experience as a subject Head of willing to learn and develop
• An understanding of exam board specification at Key stage 4 and 5
• Have the ability and desire to make a significant contribution to the school as a whole
  Our school is driven by our three values: Aim High, Be Kind and Take Responsibility. These values permeate everything that we do and, as a result, they enable us to help fulfil our vision whereby we prepare our students for their individual successes and future careers. Each and every one of us has a role to play in ensuring that our students get the very best. We are an 11 to 18 school situated on the southern side of Bracknell town centre. Our commitment to high standards and outstanding teaching has led us to become the school of choice for families in Bracknell Forest.

Why Join Greenshaw Learning Trust?

At Greenshaw Learning Trust, collaboration sits at the heart of everything we do. As part of our family of schools, you'll benefit from shared expertise, high-quality professional development and opportunities to grow your career across the Trust.

• Professional development and career progression
• Generous pension scheme
• Blue Light Card
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Gym discounts
• Free eye tests
• Cycle to work scheme
• Being part of a supportive and ambitious organisation

If you share our commitment to helping every child thrive, we would be delighted to hear from you.