Deputy Head Education Development
Location: Oxford
Salary: Competitive
The College School, founded in 1480 by William of Waynflete, is one of the country’s leading independent day schools. It is situated in an enviable location at the heart of Oxford beside the River Cherwell. Shaped by its Christian Collegiate foundation and links with the university city of which it is part, it aims to inspire in all its pupils a desire to learn, flourish and to serve.
The Role
Following the appointment of the current post holder to headship, the school is seeking to appoint a highly qualified, experienced and inspirational Deputy Head to lead and manage Teaching and Learning, Staff Professional Development, and the School’s Partnerships.
The Deputy Head (Education Development) will have a proven track record of commitment to and an understanding of academic leadership, along with experience of managing, coordinating and developing the work of teaching and support staff.
As a member of the school’s Senior Team, they will attend a wide range of school meetings and governor committees, and play a key role in the development and implementation of whole school strategy.
The role attracts a timetable remission of around 70% and is not subject-specific. Given the scope of the role it is expected that the postholder will seek promotion to Headship in due course.
Key Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
*Teaching and Learning and Curriculum
*Staff Professional Development
*Partnerships
*General responsibilities
*Line management responsibility
For a detailed explanation of the Key Responsibilities listed above, please see the attached ’Recruitment Pack (Deputy Head Education Development)’.
Skills and Qualifications
The successful candidate will:
*take a keen interest in the welfare of pupils and show clear commitment to safeguarding children
*be a well-qualified graduate
*have a clear, inclusive and innovative vision for teaching and learning, professional development and partnerships
*have experience in a leadership role, with clear evidence of positive strategic and operational impact in that role
*have the ability to coordinate and support the work of colleagues at all levels
*be open-minded, and have the ability to manage change and the capacity and willingness to work flexibly, including beyond the specific remit of this role, as an active member of the Senior Team
*contribute fully to other areas of school life, such as games, music, drama, CCF or other activities
*show sensitivity and discretion,
*have a high profile/ high visibility and a sense of humour
*have strong IT skills, including data handling and analysis
*have outstanding interpersonal skills and strong leadership qualities
*have excellent written and spoken communication skills and communicate effectively with pupils, parents, staff and the local community
*have the ability to work collaboratively and effectively as part of a wider team
*display a high level of attention to detail
*be willing to take part in continuing professional development
*respond positively to feedback
*plan and teach lessons in an engaging manner with evident enthusiasm
*support the progress of all pupils studying by taking a role in departmental support, enrichment and partnerships sessions
*set clear expectations for pupil behaviour within an encouraging classroom environment
*work hard to support pupil progress.
The Deputy Head (Education Development) will report to the Master, for the proper discharge of his or her duties.
To Apply
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