Head of School - ESOL

Hayes

£52,093 to £58,332

Full time / Permanent

Purpose of the Job

The main purpose of the job is to improve teaching, learning and assessment in order to maximise student recruitment, retention, achievement and progression in ESOL. In order to realise this purpose, Heads of School lead members of staff organised in curriculum teams.  Curriculum teams design, deliver and develop a portfolio of courses within a subject and/or vocational area.  Curriculum teams also support students through disciplined academic and pastoral support processes.  Heads of School are also responsible for agreeing targets for income associated with short courses or full cost provision.

Reporting to the Assistant Principal for Supported and Targeted Learning, you will lead a team of curriculum and support staff, and will be responsible for the full range of provision on full and part time courses, including managing the quality of the provision.  You will lead on development planning in the area, including supporting the team with preparations for qualification changes.

We are seeking an individual with management experience gained within Further Education who can demonstrate the following:

• Degree or equivalent and a minimum of Level 5 teaching qualification recognised by the FE sector 
• A skilled practitioner in teaching and learning with ESOL specialism, and experience of implementing strategies to improve attendance and retention
• Specialist knowledge and experience in ESOL, including knowledge of curriculum developments and recent initiatives 
• Understanding and practical application of inclusive learning strategies and a proven commitment to equality and diversity
• Successful experience of managing a team, including coaching and developing staff
• Experience of managing change and implementing new initiatives including curriculum developments

Duties

Marketing and Recruitment of Students

• To develop a marketing plan for the School.
• To understand market needs associated with their respective industry and employment sector.

• To liaise and strengthen links with industry/employers and the community to ensure student access to learning and recruitment.

• To manage the recruitment and guidance of students onto the correct courses, including the use of initial and diagnostic assessment and agreements for learning support.
• To provide staffing for open evenings, recruitment events and summer guidance and enrolment.

Qualifications:

• Degree or equivalent level qualification
• Relevant professional qualification
• Maths and English at GCSE Grade C/4 or equivalent or willing to achieve
• A full (minimum Level 5) teaching qualification recognised by the FE sector (e.g. PGCE, DET)**

Knowledge and Experience:

• At least 3 years relevant teaching experience in ESOL in Further Education
• Specialist knowledge and experience of ESOL, including up to date knowledge of curriculum developments
• A skilled practitioner in teaching and learning, and experience of implementing strategies to improve attendance and retention
• Knowledge of quality improvement processes
• Understanding and practical application of inclusive learning strategies and a proven commitment to equality and diversity
• Successful experience of managing a team, including coaching and developing staff
• Successful experience of curriculum management
• Understanding of the education market, including regional and community influences
• Experience of managing change and implementing new initiatives including curriculum developments

We are dedicated to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expect all staff to share this commitment. You will have a safeguarding responsibility if appointed.

The successful candidate will be subject to enhanced clearance through the Disclosure and Barring Service and employment will be subject to references.

This post is not exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.

To apply for this opportunity your detailed CV to Clarus Education now to be considered. We will be contacting those shortlisted within 48 hours of an application.

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