Head of English
Within the range of £42,201 to £48,621*
*Bar at salary point 2 & 4. Progression beyond the bar requires an application process against eligibility criteria
35 hours per week (includes some teaching hours)

This is an excellent career opportunity to join the management team at Suffolk New College. This role will require you to lead on the operational and strategic aspects of the English curriculum area. We are seeking to appoint a Head who will manage a range of English qualifications to 16+ learners who are required to re-sit English as part of their study programme. Learners will work towards achieving a minimum grade 4 in GCSE English whilst studying at Suffolk New College. Additionally, we offer part time adult functional skills and GCSE English classes, some that will run in the evening and English to apprentices. Responsibility for these would also form part of your role. This is a multi-campus role.

Working closely with the Director, you will pro-actively support, lead and develop staff to deliver an exceptional student experience.

You will therefore need to be able to demonstrate:
• Excellent people management and development skills;
• Expertise in the curriculum areas of the role and have experience of working with young people aged 14+;
• Ability to build and develop sustainable relationships with employers and external agencies;
• Creative and innovative approaches, which deliver an exceptional student experience and student outcomes.

As part of this role you will also be required to undertake some teaching hours, therefore you should also be able to demonstrate proven teaching expertise in a related subject area and a profile of grade 1 or 2 lesson observations.

You should also hold a relevant degree or professional qualification, Maths and English at level 2 or equivalent alongside a teaching qualification at level 5.

This post is based at Suffolk New College, Ipswich. However, Suffolk New College is a multi-campus site therefore you may be required to work at and travel between campuses. 

At Suffolk New College, we promote the culture of BeSNC. Implementing BeSNC is not just a choice; it's a commitment to providing the best possible environment for our learners to thrive. It's a commitment to nurturing an inclusive and supportive community where each student, staff and community member can reach their full potential.

Closing date: Monday 7th October 2024 at 12:00 Midnight

Interview date: Tuesday 15th October 2024

This College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. As part of our on-going commitment to Equality and Diversity, Suffolk New College guarantee to short list all applicants from a black or ethnic minority group who meet the essential criteria and all applicants with a disability who meet the essential criteria. All appointments are subject to Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) check.

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