Head of Business and Digital Literacy

Head of Business and Digital Literacy (New Line Learning Academy)

Salary: MPS/UPS & TLR (dependent upon experience)

Education Phase: Secondary

Job Role: Teacher

Working Pattern: Full-Time

Contract Type: Permanent

Interview Date: TBC-Interview may be held prior to closing date

About us

NewLine Learning Academy is a 'Good' school in the heart of Loose, Maidstone withover 900 pupils aged 11 to 16. New Line Learning are committed to thedelivering the highest standard of education for the young people in our care.In return, we expect our pupils to be committed to their studies and strive toachieve their goals.

Theethos is clear; believe and achieve.

NewLine Learning aims for all of its pupils to be well-motivated and self-awarelearners, who can conduct themselves appropriately in a range of situations.Aiming to create an ethos and an environment in which pupils feel safe and inwhich they can learn to interact respectfully, sensibly and maturely withothers. We want our pupils to develop into responsible citizens, playing anactive part in the school, local and wider communities.

AtFuture Schools Trust, we are committed to building a workplace that reflectsthe diversity of the communities we serve. We actively welcome applicationsfrom people of all backgrounds, including those who are differently abled,neurodivergent, LGBTQ+, from Black, Asian and minority ethnic communities, andfrom different religious or belief backgrounds. We value the uniqueperspectives and experiences that individuals bring and believe they make ourorganisation stronger. If you require any reasonable adjustments during therecruitment process, we are happy to support you.

What'sin it for you?

Avibrant and exciting place to work

Afriendly and supportive environment

Anexcellent CPD programme, with opportunities for action research and nationallyaccredited qualifications

Thesupport of a Trust that currently encompasses two Secondary Schools and onePrimary School. Alongside Tiger Cubs, our term time only Day Nursery, forchildren aged 3 months to 4 years, with great benefits to education staff.

Awell-resourced department with schemes of work and resources available.

Anopportunity to join various schemes such as the Benenden corporate healthcarescheme

New Line Learning Academy is seeking apassionate and forward-thinking Head of Business and Digital Literacy to lead apopular and high-performing department. This is an exciting opportunity for anambitious educator to shape the future of Business Studies and champion thedevelopment of essential digital skills across the curriculum.

About the Role

This leadership role is open to growth, butcurrently spans both:

Key Stage 3 Digital Literacy, supportingstudents to become confident, safe, and skilled users of technology.

Key Stage 4 Business Studies, with aparticular focus currently on delivering NCFE qualifications that preparelearners for further education and the world of work.

You will be responsible for:

• Leading curriculum design and delivery in both Business and DigitalLiteracy
• Raising achievement and improving outcomes across both subjectareas
• Quality assurance of teaching, learning and assessment
• Driving innovation in digital teaching strategies
• Managing departmental data, reviews and intervention planning
• Supporting and inspiring colleagues within the vocational faculty

Who We're Looking For

We are looking for a highly motivatedindividual who:

• Holds Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or QTLS
• Has recent and relevant teaching experience
• Can teach confidently across KS3 and KS4
• Brings enthusiasm for Business Studies and Digital Literacy
• Can lead and model excellence in the classroom
• Can use data and evaluation to improve outcomes
• Is committed to inclusive, engaging and future-focused education

This role is ideal for:

• A current subject leader looking to broaden their leadershipexperience
• A teacher with expertise in Business and ICT/digital skills readyto step into a strategic position

What We Offer

At New Line Learning Academy, we provide:

• A vibrant and supportive working environment
• A committed team of colleagues in a high-performing vocationaldepartment
• An excellent CPD programme with opportunities for action researchand nationally recognised leadership qualifications
• Opportunities to grow within a supportive multi-academy trust,which includes:
• Two secondary schools
• One primary school
• Staff benefits such as the Benenden corporate healthcare scheme
• A culture of collaboration, respect and professional growth

Join Us

We value positive relationships and purposefulleadership. This is a unique opportunity to take ownership of two criticalsubject areas-equipping our students with the business acumen and digitalcompetencies they need to succeed in a rapidly changing world.

If you would like to look around our fantasticfacilities and meet the staff that you could be working alongside, please

Only applications submitted by the schoolapplication process will be considered, we are unable to accept CVs.

Candidate Pack - Head of Business NLL.pdf