School Leadership Development Lead

Job Description

School Leadership Development LeadReports to: Head of Leadership and Talent DevelopmentLocation: London, with possibility of up to 2 days remote workingContract: PermanentPattern: Full Time (will consider part-time, 4 days a week)Start Date: Late August (earlier preferred)Salary: £55,000 - £60,000 (+11% employer pension contribution)Closing date: 04/05/2021Interviews: 10/05/2021About ArkArk is an international charity, transforming lives through education. We exist to give every young person, regardless of their background, a great education and real choices in life. In the UK, we are a network of 38 schools, educating around 28,500 pupils in areas where we can make the biggest difference. We also incubate start-up programmes (Ark Ventures) that improve the education system. This is a unique opportunity to join a thriving organisation.About the role:We are looking for an enthusiastic School Leadership Development Lead to drive the development of curricula and delivery of learning programmes for Ark staff in order to maximise the potential of staff across our network of schools and the Central Team.This will include working with internal and external stakeholders to design, scope, manage and implement an impactful learning offer, ensuring the specific needs of the network and individual academies are met. Key Responsibilities and Duties: Shape and deliver the new National Professional Qualification (NPQ) leadership programmes which seek to develop teachers at all stages in their career Develop and embed a high-quality blended aspiring to Middle Leadership development programme Support the exciting next stage of development of Arks new Leadership Rubric by creating innovative tools and training Grow our e-learning content offering hosted on our modern and accessible online learning platform Build on the high-quality blended learning offer for Arks diverse central team including non-teaching staffKey Requirements:The ideal candidate will have: held leadership roles in school with line management responsibilities excellent facilitation skills with experience driving teacher and leadership development experience of designing competency frameworks/rubrics experience of using and creating content for virtual learning environments experience of a blended approach to learning such as e-learning, coaching, classroom training, 1-2-1 sessions, and action learning an absolute passion for designing and delivering professional development to our staffBenefits 27 days annual leave plus bank holidays, rising with each year of service We are committed to providing high-quality professional learning throughout your career with us and offer a variety of training sessions and experiences designed to meet your needs Access to Ark Rewards scheme offering savings from over 3,000 major retailers, interest-free loans available for season tickets or a bicycle and gym discounts offering up to 40% off your local gymHow to Apply:Apply with a CV and cover letter on our online recruitment portal. Applications to be submitted by 04/05/2021 but please note: we will be reviewing applications on an on-going basis and this advert may close earlier than advertised depending on the level of response.Interviews will be arranged as suitable candidates are identified, so early application is strongly advisedArk is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people; all successful candidates will be subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check.Ark Schools are committed to attracting, developing and retaining a diverse workforce, with a broad range of backgrounds, experiences and perspectives.