Lead Practitioner for Transition & Extra Curricular

St Ignatius College; City Of London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An esteemed Catholic secondary school in London is seeking a talented Lead Practitioner for Transition and Extra Curricular. The role involves ensuring smooth transitions for pupils from Key Stage 2 to 3 and leading an engaging extracurricular programme. The ideal candidate will have outstanding communication skills and a commitment to enhancing students' educational experience.

Benefits

Paid Personal/Well-being Day

Opportunities for professional development

Employee Assistance Programme

Access to modern facilities

Qualifications

• Be an outstanding practitioner.
• Inspire, motivate, and challenge students.
• Support our Catholic ethos and contribute to our core vision and values.

Responsibilities

• Ensure smooth transition of Key Stage 2 pupils into Key Stage 3.
• Lead and develop extracurricular programmes.
• Collaborate with parents and staff to support pupils.

Skills

Outstanding communication skills

Strategic thinker

Strong interpersonal skills

Team player

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

Job description

Overview

Are you passionate about supporting pupils through key educational transitions and enriching their school experience? St Ignatius College, a friendly, dynamic, and outstanding Catholic secondary school in Enfield, is seeking a talented Lead Practitioner for Transition and Extra Curricular to join our Extended Leadership Team.

You will play a pivotal role in ensuring the smooth transition of Key Stage 2 pupils into Key Stage 3, working closely with primary schools, parents, and staff to ensure every child is welcomed and supported as they join us. You\'ll also have whole-school responsibility for leading and developing our extracurricular programme, ensuring it is broad, inclusive, and engaging for all pupils.

About the School

• St Ignatius College is a well-respected, oversubscribed Jesuit Community committed to the academic, spiritual and personal development of each individual: the formation of the whole person
• A warm friendly community where all are respected and valued
• A school where teachers are developed through a strong programme of ongoing individualised support
• A school where students are courteous, respectful and keen to succeed

Teacher testimonial:

• "I feel that I have really grown professionally at St Ignatius College. Teachers are encouraged to take risks with their practice and the CPD is second to none. It is an incredibly supportive environment."

Responsibilities

• Be an outstanding practitioner
• Strategic thinker with outstanding communication and organisation skills
• Believe in the right of every student to succeed
• Inspire, motivate and challenge students
• Excellent interpersonal skills and be a real team player
• Develop a knowledge-rich curriculum and implement Rosenshine\'s principles of instruction
• Be well qualified, enthusiastic and dedicated
• Support our Catholic ethos and contribute to our core vision and values

What we offer

• An experienced and dedicated staff who share their excellent practice with each other
• Paid Personal/Well-being Day
• A highly organised, energetic and well-equipped department where students flourish and are enthusiastic about the subject
• Opportunities for professional development and curriculum planning during the school day through a comprehensive CPD programme, Teaching and Learning team, support with becoming an examiner, ELKLAN training, Leadership Programmes
• Cycle scheme
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Excellent modern facilities in a well-resourced school, with access to free parking, free refreshments, a swimming pool and sports facilities

Safeguarding and Values

We value diversity and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds. The successful applicant will be committed to the distinct Jesuit ethos of the College. St Ignatius College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Anyone applying to work in our school is expected to share this commitment.

Closing Dates

Closing date 9am on Wednesday 08 October 2025. Interview Wednesday 15 October 2025.

Note

Be an outstanding practitioner; a strategic thinker; believe in the right of every student to succeed; have the energy to inspire, motivate and challenge students; have excellent interpersonal skills and be a real team player; be committed to developing a knowledge-rich curriculum and implementing Rosenshine\'s principles of instruction; be well qualified, enthusiastic and dedicated; support our Catholic ethos and contribute to our core vision and values.