Head of Vocational

We are looking for a Head of Vocational. This is an exciting opportunity to join Henley Bank High School and become an integral member of the team. 

Greenshaw Learning Trust is a highly successful multi academy trust that provides excellent quality, comprehensive, non-selective and inclusive education through primary schools and secondary schools. Our schools are based in London, Surrey, Berkshire, Gloucestershire and South Gloucestershire, Bristol and Plymouth. We also have three shared service hubs with remote / hybrid working opportunities where appropriate.

We are building a family of like-minded schools, that collaborate to provide mutual support, share their good practice and learn from each other, whilst retaining and developing their own distinctive character. We thrive from collaboration at every level. We encourage a culture of sharing ideas and learning from one another. As a Trust of schools, we are ‘Always Learning’.

Overview:

We pride ourselves on having a team of excellent staff and as we look to September 2024 and the opening of our Sixth Form, we want to continue to add to our fantastic team. We are looking for a Head of Vocational to lead Business Studies, Health & Social Care and Computing. The successful candidate needs to be an excellent teacher with a passion for their subject and wider education, as well as having a proven track record of excellent exam results and outcomes.

 The duties and responsibilities in this job description are not restrictive and the post holder may be required to undertake any other duties that may be required from time to time. Any such duties should not however substantially change the general character of the post.

Job Purpose:

Undertake the following responsibilities as a teacher with a particular teaching and learning responsibility as Head of Department, being accountable for both staff and student development and performance with regard to that responsibility

To contribute to the well-being and development of the school including the supervision of students and the guidance of teachers

To implement and deliver an appropriately broad, balanced, relevant and differentiated curriculum for students and to support a designated curriculum areas as appropriate

To be passionate about their subject area

To show enthusiasm and have the experience of leading initiatives within the department

To monitor and support the overall progress and development of students as a Teacher/Tutor

To facilitate and encourage a learning experience which provides students with the opportunity to achieve their individual potential

To contribute to raising standards of student attainment

To share and support the school’s responsibility to provide and monitor opportunities for personal and academic growth

Present regularly to SLT on their findings and next steps for their remit

What’s in it for you: 

Professional development and career progression

Generous pension scheme

An Employee Assistance Programme

Gym Discounts

Free eye tests

Cycle to work scheme

Green car scheme

Being part of a great team and expanding organisation

How to apply: 

Please download the recruitment pack for further information.

Closing date for receipt of applications is Thursday 9th May 2024 at 11.59pm. We reserve the right to appoint before the closing date.

We are committed to building an inclusive, diverse workplace where everyone can thrive. 

If you require any support or adjustments to interact with us, please let us know. Greenshaw Learning Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects staff and volunteers to share this commitment.