Head of Economics

2 weeks ago

London, Greater London, United Kingdom Maida Vale School Full time

This is an exciting opportunity to take on a critical, stimulating, and dynamic leadership role in Maida Vale School's community.

We value creativity, problem-solving, and curiosity in both the classroom and beyond. We strive for innovation and promote warmth and friendliness while encouraging high aspirations: our pupils aim high and achieve well. Maida Vale School, in its fourth year, is growing and continues to establish its reputation as a positive, progressive, kind, and tolerant academically selective school.

Our new Head of Economics & Business Studies will have responsibility for the day-to-day running of the department and will lead on a full range of operational and strategic matters, including the Economics & Business Studies curriculum and co-curriculum, the Sixth Form Economics & Business Studies experience, including Year 11 retention, furthering the promotion of the department in the school and beyond.

We are looking for a Head of Department who is an excellent teacher, whose fantastic communication and organisational skills will enable all members of the department to progress and all pupils to achieve outstanding results. You will have a desire to lead within and beyond the school community and will be prepared to think differently, both independently and collaboratively, with an overarching ambition for the school.

Essential for Head of Economics & Business Studies

A good degree in Economics or Business Studies or an appropriate subject and a recognised teaching qualification with QTSExperience of teaching A LevelExcellent subject knowledge and a passion for instilling in pupils a love of Economics & Business StudiesExcellent classroom practitioner with exceptional classroom management skillsExcellent written and verbal communication skillsExcellent organisational skills and the flexibility to take on new challengesThe ability to work collaboratively and independentlyCommitment to, and experience of, using a range of teaching styles and methods, including ICTDesirable for Head of Economics & Business Studies:Experience of school managementExperience of Exam Board GCSE and/or A Level markingThe successful candidate will have the opportunity to:Work with curious and engaging pupilsLead and innovate in a department with extensive resourcesTeach in an inspiring workspaceContribute to the strategic and operational development of the schoolTake part in, lead, and organise extra-curricular activities and tripsRole of a Head of Department at Maida Vale SchoolTo plan and teach effective lessonsTo maintain high expectations which inspire, motivate and challenge pupilsTo use data to inform teaching and learningTo use the school's behaviour policy to manage behaviour effectivelyTo maintain a safe and supportive learning environmentTo fulfil wider professional responsibilities, including being a Personal Tutor, carry out supervision duties, attend staff meetings, and school evening eventsTo actively seek to extend professional developmentTo line manage members of the departmentTo promote the subject and department at GCSE Options Evening, Sixth Form Subject Fairs and Taster Days and whole-school Open EventsPerform any other reasonable duties and responsibilities which may be requested by the Headmaster This position is a permanent, full-time role and will suit a practitioner who is organised, dynamic, efficient with time and at meeting deadlines. The school operates its own pay scales and will offer a salary commensurate with experience and the nature of this role. Staff Development

The school is committed to staff development and the position will provide a good springboard for further promotion within the school and beyond. Weekly whole-school staff CPD takes places throughout the year; all members of staff are part of a Teaching & Learning Triad which meets several times throughout the year; all staff are encouraged to attend CPD courses. In addition, the school's INSET days focus on Teaching & Learning, providing both expertise from within the staff body and from external providers.

Appointments

All appointments are made in accordance with our equal opportunities policy and applicants should let us know of any special needs they may have. Maida Vale School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. Successful candidates must be willing to undergo full screening in accordance with Keeping Children Safe in Education, including an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check. Issues relating to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils will be explored at interview.

Applications

Applications must be made on the School's application form, which may be downloaded below, or obtained from the School website:

Please submit a completed application form together with a supporting letter of application and details of two recent referees. One referee should be able to comment on your teaching skills, and one should be from your current or most recent employer. References will be taken prior to interview. You must provide original documents as proof of identity at interview.

Completed applications should be emailed to or posted to Mr Magnus Bashaarat, Headmaster, Maida Vale School, 18 Saltram Crescent, London, W9 3HR.

Closing date: 9am on Friday 10th May 2024

Suitable applicants will be contacted by telephone and invited to attend an interview. Interviews will be held on Wednesday 15th May 2024.

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