Head of Literacy - English/Literature

Posted 1 day 17 hours ago by Northease Manor School

Permanent
Full Time
Education Jobs
Sussex, Rodmell, United Kingdom, BN7 3
Job Description
NMS is seeking an inspiring, dedicated, and compassionate Head of Literacy to join our team. This is an exciting opportunity to play a vital role in shaping the literacy journey of our students within a warm, inclusive, and supportive SEND school. As part of our committed team, you will have the chance to make a lasting difference to the lives of our young people. Personal Attributes

Qualifications/

Development

  • Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or proven experience
  • Honours Degree / Teaching Degree
  • Understanding of SEND support needs in an educational setting
  • SEND CPD
  • Further Professional Qualifications and Training
  • Evidence of continuing professional development in your subject(s) area

Experience

  • Recent successful teaching at KS3 - 4
  • Evidence of being an excellent teacher
  • Evidence of wider commitment to working with students
  • Classroom/small group teaching of students with SEND or work within a specialist setting
  • Supporting students with communication and interaction needs

Knowledge Skills/

  • An understanding of ASD, dyslexia and neuro-diverse needs
  • Ability to build excellent trusting relationships, providing high levels of structure and nurture
  • A secure knowledge and understanding of the concepts and skills essential for success for students in your subject
  • An understanding of the SEND code of Practice
  • Desire to progress knowledge about neurodiverse student support needs
  • Ability to contribute to training others in neurodiverse needs

Personal Attributes

  • An ability and willingness to inspire and motivate all students and staff
  • To have a love of and infectious enthusiasm for teaching and for developing students holistically
  • To be a reflective practitioner; willing to learn and develop
  • Willingness to contribute to school improvement
  • Passion, enthusiasm and energy
  • Sense of humour
Salary & Benefits

Competitive - NMS Main or Upper Pay scale + TLR + SEN (if applicable)

Location

Northease Manor School
Rodmell
Lewes
East Sussex
BN7 3EY

Equal opportunities