Head of PSHE and Citizenship

Job Description

Job Title: Head of PSHE and CitizenshipLocation:London Borough of Barking and DagenhamAbout:The college is a highly sought-after dual campus secondary school in the vibrant London Borough of Barking and Dagenham. Renowned for its commitment to academic excellence and a supportive professional environment, our school is a hub of educational innovationand community engagement. Conveniently situated within a 10-minute walk of Upney tube station and a 15-minute commute from Barking mainline station, our campuses offer accessibility in the heart of East Londons diverse communities.At Barking Abbey, we embrace diversity and inclusivity, welcoming applications from all sections of the community. We believe in making a difference in the lives of young people, and we encourage individuals from various backgrounds and experiences to applyand contribute to our mission.Role Overview:We are seeking an enthusiastic and dedicated Head of PSHE to join our dynamic team at Barking Abbey. The successful candidate will have a strong desire to work collaboratively and play a pivotal role in shaping the future of our PSHE department and, ultimately,in enhancing the well-being and development of our students.Key Responsibilities:

• Curriculum Leadership: Develop, implement, and lead the PSHE curriculum, ensuring it aligns with educational standards and the evolving needs of our students.
• Teacher Development: Provide guidance and support to PSHE teachers, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and excellence in teaching and learning.
• Student Engagement: Create a positive and inclusive learning environment that encourages active student participation and promotes their personal, social, and health development.
• Community Engagement: Collaborate with parents, caregivers, and community stakeholders to strengthen the impact of PSHE education beyond the classroom.
• Assessment and Evaluation: Monitor and assess the effectiveness of the PSHE curriculum, making data-informed decisions to enhance student outcomes.
• Professional Development: Stay updated on best practices in PSHE education and facilitate opportunities for staff to engage in continuous professional development.

Qualifications and Requirements:

• Qualified teacher status (QTS) with a relevant teaching qualification.
• Proven experience in teaching and curriculum development, preferably in PSHE or related fields.
• Strong leadership and communication skills.
• A passion for promoting students personal, social, and health development.
• Commitment to collaboration and contributing to the departments growth and student progress.

What We Offer:

• A supportive and collaborative staff team dedicated to student success.
• Access to a wide range of professional development opportunities within and beyond the school.
• A school that prioritizes staff well-being and workload management.
• A positive ethos with excellent behavior management supported by visible senior leadership and centralized behavior systems.

If you are passionate about making a meaningful impact on young peoples lives and are excited about joining a dynamic educational community, we encourage you to apply for this position.All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQs on the Protocol Education website for further details.All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.Protocol Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with the DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’, this may also include an online searchas part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.We offer FREE online safeguarding and Prevent Duty training to all our workers. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and subscribe to the DBS Update Service.Full assistance provided. For details of our privacy policy, please see visit the Protocol Education website. #J-18808-Ljbffr