Subject Leader of Food Technology Job at Ark Schools (London)

Job Description

This is a fantastic opportunity for an aspiring leader to develop their career with the support of an excellent leadership team and strong school culture at Ark Globe Academy. The role is ideally suited for an exceptional practitioner who is committed to inspiring the next generation of young people in fulfilling their aspirations.

Job Responsibility

To manage and ensure high attainment in Food Technology across the Academy
To develop and lead an exciting curriculum which enables the highest level of student progress and attainment
Work with the Assistant Principal on school productions to showcase Food Technology in the academy
Subject coordination across the Academy
Ensure high quality teaching and learning of their subject across the Academy
Curriculum setting and assessment across the Academy as agreed with the Assistant Principal and other relevant members of the Strategic Leadership Team
Set high expectations so that all students are inspired, motivated and challenged to reach their full potential, and in doing so meet their progress and attainment targets
Use well-selected and safe practical work to help students understand the key concepts of Food Technology
Use data to inform teaching and learning, identify areas for intervention and provide feedback to students, staff and families to promote progress and secure strong outcomes
Manage behaviour effectively to create a safe, respectful and nurturing environment so that students can focus on learning
Work collaboratively with both Academy and Ark network colleagues as a committed team member, building successful, high performing teams
Participate actively throughout the Ark network, by attending relevant meetings, and, as appropriate, delivering network-wide training and initiatives
Work with colleagues, students and families to develop a strong academy community
Work with the Assistant Principal to establish a subject development plan, target setting and review
Teach outstanding lessons that motivate, inspire and improve student attainment
Implement and adhere to the academy’s behaviour management policy, ensuring the health and well-being of students is maintained at all times
Participate in preparing student for external examinations
Maintain regular and productive communication with students, parents and careers, to report on progress, sanctions and rewards and all other communications
Keep abreast of any developments within their subject area
Develop high quality syllabuses and schemes of learning for all students that are inspiring for learners and teachers
Work with the Assistant Principal to monitor and assess teaching and learning within the subject
Set regular, measurable and significant assessments for the students
Establish agreement for monitoring and evaluation of student progress
Maintain accurate student data that can be used to make teaching more effective
To produce/contribute to oral and written assessments, reports and references relating to individual and groups of students
To ensure the regular setting and completion of high-quality home learning activities
Support the Executive Principal and other strategic leaders in fostering a strong sense of Academy community and ethos, aligned to the Academy value, among both staff and students
Support the academy’s vision by contributing to the development and implementation of policies practices and procedures
Help create a strong academy community, characterised by consistent, orderly behaviour and caring, respectful relationships
Support and work in collaboration with colleagues and other professional in and beyond the school, covering lessons and providing other support as required
Organise and lead Food Technology clubs for different year groups
Coordinate student participation in local, regional, or national competitions
Provide stretch opportunities for more able pupils through competitions and advanced activities
Undertake, and when required, deliver or be part of the appraisal system and relevant training and professional development
To undertake any other responsibilities as directed by the Executive Principal and ALT members
Offer enrichment opportunities that stretch and challenge
Work closely with the SEN department so that low attaining students are supported in making rapid and sustained progress

Requirements

Vision aligned with Ark’s high aspirations and high expectations of self and others
Commitment to equality of opportunity and the safeguarding and welfare of all students
Willingness to undertake training

What we offer

Salaries 2.5% higher than main pay scale
Twice as many training days as standard
Generous pension scheme
Access to Ark rewards – a scheme offering savings from over 3,000 major retailers
Interest-free loans – up to £5,000 available for season ticket or to buy a bicycle
Gym discounts – offering up to 40%
Access to Employee Assistance Programme – providing free, confidential counselling, legal advice and a range of different support

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