SEND Department Leader: Coaching, Curriculum & Culture

Highfield Ely Academy; Ely; On-site; GBP 61,000 - 67,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

VivUp employee benefit system

Cycle to Work scheme

Teacher pensions

Job summary

Highfield Ely Academy in Ely, Cambridgeshire, is seeking a Department Leader to join the leadership team. The role focuses on developing teachers and support staff through coaching and professional dialogue to raise practice across the school.

The successful candidate will work closely with the Headteacher and Deputy Headteacher to influence teaching, culture and whole‑school improvement, in a visible, people‑focused position that supports pupils with SEND and their families.

Responsibilities

• Lead and improve the quality of teaching and learning within the department to secure strong outcomes for pupils with SEND
• Coach, mentor and line manage staff, supporting development while maintaining high expectations
• Monitor and evaluate teaching, contributing to self‑evaluation and whole‑school improvement priorities
• Provide leadership for curriculum areas, behaviour, routines and communication with families
• Contribute actively to the leadership team, shaping systems, culture and strategic direction

Job description

Highfield Ely Academy in Ely, Cambridgeshire, is seeking a Department Leader to join the leadership team. The role focuses on developing teachers and support staff through coaching and professional dialogue to raise practice across the school.

The successful candidate will work closely with the Headteacher and Deputy Headteacher to influence teaching, culture and whole‑school improvement, in a visible, people‑focused position that supports pupils with SEND and their families.