Head of Literacy. Job in Maidenhead Education & Training Jobs

Focus Resourcing; Maidenhead; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent educational institution is looking for a dynamic leader to take on the role of Head of Literacy and Communication. You will shape strategy, assess student abilities, and support staff development while ensuring a tailored curriculum. Ideal candidates will be qualified teachers with a strong background in special educational needs, particularly in phonics and speech interventions. This position offers a salary package including additional allowances and various employee benefits.

Benefits

Free on-site parking

Healthcare scheme

Cycle to work scheme

Gym discounts

Pension and life assurance

Qualifications

• Qualified Teacher with experience in special educational needs.
• Familiarity with phonics and speech and language interventions.

Responsibilities

• Ensure ongoing assessment of students' work and abilities.
• Provide differentiated work to meet individual student needs.
• Contribute to the design and provision of engaging curriculum.

Skills

Training in phonics

Knowledge of current national curriculum for Literacy

Teaching of literacy and communication

Education

Qualified Teacher with a strong background in SEN

Additional SEN qualification

Job description

Head of Literacy and Communication

We are seeking a dynamic and experienced leader to take on the role of Head of Literacy and Communication, shaping strategy and practice.

Hours: Term time only, 35 hours per week

Salary: 34,398 + 2,787 SEN allowance + TLR2a 3,000 - 5,000 (depending on experience)

Benefits: Free on-site parking, Healthcare scheme, Cycle to work scheme, On-site caf, Pension and life assurance, Staff awards, Gym, food, entertainment, shopping and holiday discounts, Christmas party and social events

As the Head of Literacy & Communication, you will be responsible for:

• Ensuring on-going assessment of students work and abilities
• Provide differentiated work to meet individual student needs
• Write annual reports and reviews
• Establish and maintain good working relationships with parents
• Contribute to the design and provision of engaging curriculum
• Supporting the headteacher in all matters of the school policy
• Design and plan schemes of work for literacy and communication
• Monitoring the teaching of literacy and communication through learning walks and observation of teachers
• Train and coach teachers and support staff in the teaching of literacy and communication

The successful Head of Literacy & Communication will have the following related skills / experience:

• Qualified Teacher with a strong background in SEN
• Experience of training in phonics and / or speech and language interventions
• Additional SEN qualification
• Knowledge of current national curriculum for Literacy

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates.