Head of Literacy at Harris City Academy Crystal Palace - London, Head of Literacy - Harris City Academy Crystal Palace

Head of Literacy

Harris City Academy Crystal Palace

Location: London, United Kingdom

Category: Education

Salary: 40,000 - 55,000 GBP / yearly

Full-time


Job Description

Join our high-performing Academy as the Head of Literacy, responsible for raising standards of student attainment and achievement within Literacy. Drive the development and enhancement of teaching practices in the subject area.

Responsibilities

Being accountable for and raising standards of student attainment and achievement within Literacy and monitoring and supporting student progress.

Developing and enhancing the teaching practice of other teachers in the subject area.

Ensuring the provision of an appropriately broad, balanced, relevant, and differentiated curriculum within Literacy.

Leading, managing, and developing the subject.

Managing and deploying staff and resources within the subject area.

Implementing and delivering an appropriately broad, balanced, relevant, and differentiated curriculum for students.

Monitoring and supporting the overall progress and development of students as a teacher.

Facilitating and encouraging a learning experience which provides students with the opportunity to achieve their individual potential.

Qualifications

QTS (or equivalent) and a good, relevant undergraduate degree.

Evidence of successful teaching experience.

Teaching experience in key stages 3, 4, and 5 (or equivalent).

Evidence of outstanding teaching and learning.

The ability to use ICT effectively to engage students.

An understanding of how to use assessment to inform planning for good teaching and learning.

The ability to differentiate materials to meet the needs of learners.

Evidence of pastoral experience.

Experience of being a form tutor.

The ability to offer an extra-curricular activity.

Evidence of good classroom management skills.

Perks & Benefits

Professional development opportunities.

Career planning support.

Coaching and mentoring.

Training programs at every level.

Harris Allowance for teachers on MPS/UPS.

Performance and Loyalty Bonus.

Pension Scheme with generous employer contributions.

Wellbeing Cash Plan.

Competitive rewards and benefits package.

Why Join Us?

Join a consistently high-performing school with a strong culture of collaboration and best practice.

Comprehensive induction program and training opportunities.

Opportunities for career development and progression.

Inclusive and mutually supportive learning and working environment.