Head of Teaching, Learning and Assessments

4.1 Quality of Teaching, Learning and Assessment (TLA)

• Ensure that the standard of TLA consistently progresses towards an Outstanding rating throughout the school.
• Guarantee that high-quality assessments contribute to enhancements in teaching and learning, ultimately resulting in better student outcomes.

4.2 Quality Assurance

• Establish effective self-evaluation and Quality Assurance (QA) systems across the institution.
• Supervise the preparation of all sections of the Self Evaluation Form (SEF) related to TLA.
• Develop improvement plans based on both internal and external evaluations concerning the quality of TLA.
• Provide reports to the Senior Team and Local Advisory Board (LAB) about the quality of TLA and the execution of improvement strategies.

4.3 Staff Development

• Address areas for development identified by QA systems through relevant staff training initiatives.
• Lead the induction program for newly recruited teachers.

4.4 Student Outcomes

• Ensure that high-quality TLA results in improved student outcomes, including academic success and the development of essential skills and attributes.
• Direct the examinations and data teams to create efficient systems that promote enhanced academic results.
• Report to the Senior Team and LAB on student progress across all Key Stages and take necessary actions for improvement when required.
• Offer appropriate advice and guidance to students during their board examination periods.
• Ensure that examinations and assessments are conducted smoothly for all students.

4.5 Policies and Procedures

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees in a core subject.
• Qualified Teacher Status.

Experience:

• Previous experience as a subject Head of Department or in a leadership role focusing on teaching, learning, and assessments within a multicultural school setting.

Skills:

• Comprehensive understanding and the ability to demonstrate knowledge of the National Curriculum for England.
• Strong leadership and organizational abilities.
• Proven capacity to take initiative, think strategically, and actively solve problems.
• Ability to adapt and implement new policies and procedures.
• Effective communication skills complemented by strong leadership capabilities.
• Innovative thinking with the ability to approach problems laterally and provide decisive solutions.
• Energetic, enthusiastic, and resilient, with the capability to perform well under pressure and manage time effectively.

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