About this role

The St Bart's Multi Academy Trust, in partnership with Governors, staff and children of Abbey Hill Academy and College are seeking to appoint a highly motivated and enthusiastic individual to join our hard working and committed team.

At Abbey Hill Academy and College our children come first.  High expectations, mutual trust and respect are underpinned by a warm, supportive ethos.  In the best interests of our children we work very closely with our partner Academies. The successful candidate will be working alongside a team of caring, enthusiastic, dedicated staff, who are well-supported by their Senior Leadership Team.

Are you an enthusiastic and dedicated teacher looking for an opportunity to lead and inspire, with a passion for sports and outdoor education?

Abbey Hill Academy & College, an all-through special academy catering for children with a diverse range of needs, is seeking to appoint a dynamic and highly motivated Assistant Department Lead to join our college team.

As Assistant Department Lead, you will play a crucial role in the day-to-day management and organisation of main pathway programmes within our college department. You will be an excellent classroom practitioner, committed to ensuring the educational progress of all students, and will line manage and appraise identified staff. A key aspect of this role will be teaching Sports to our post-16 learners and leading the Duke of Edinburgh Award programme, promoting physical development, teamwork, and valuable life skills.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support the College Lead in ensuring the smooth and efficient operation of the college department
• Take specific responsibility and accountability for the day-to-day management and organisation of main pathway programmes within our college department
• Monitor and evaluate the quality of teaching and learning within the main pathways
• Support the development and delivery of a high-quality curriculum that is ambitious and meets the needs of all learners
• Effectively manage resources allocated to main pathways, including staffing, budgets, and equipment (as appropriate)
• Act as a reviewer with the arrangements for the appraisal of all identified staff
• Identify and address the professional development needs of staff within main pathways
• Plan, deliver, and assess engaging and appropriate Sports lessons for post-16 learners with SEND
• Lead the Duke of Edinburgh Award programme, including coordinating expeditions, assessing progress, and promoting participation

We are looking for a candidate who:

• Has Qualified Teacher Status
• Has recent leadership and management experience
• Has teaching experience in a special school setting
• Has extensive experience of working with students with SEND
• Possesses effective communication skills and the ability to build effective working relationships
• Is committed to getting the best outcomes for all students and promoting the ethos and values of the academy
• Has a passion for sports and outdoor activities, and experience in delivering sports education
• Has experience of leading the Duke of Edinburgh Award programme or a willingness to undertake relevant training

Abbey Hill Academy & College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people/vulnerable adults and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment"
This position is subject to an Enhanced Disclosure check under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. Further details regarding this check are available from schools or by visiting www.crb.gov.uk

If you are interested in applying and want further information you can call 01782 355849 or by email recruitment@abbeyhill.sbmat.org

More information on the school including our Prospectus and Safeguarding Policy can be found on our website https://www.abbeyhillschool.co.uk/