Lead Teacher

We are seeking an experienced and motivated Lead Teacher to join a dedicated team providing high-quality education to young people aged with complex needs and behaviours. This is a key leadership role, responsible for delivering outstanding teaching, managing staff, and ensuring a safe, aspirational learning environment for all students.

As Lead Teacher, you will take ownership of the educational provision at a specific college site. You will play a central role in developing the curriculum, supporting teaching and learning, and leading on behaviour and safeguarding.

Key Responsibilities

Teaching and Learning

• Deliver engaging, differentiated teaching in Functional – GCSE Maths and/or English.

• Experience teaching a variety of subjects such as customer service and employability would be an advantage

• Build supportive, professional relationships with students, families, and carers.

• Oversee the curriculum for your subject area, ensuring alignment with accreditation and regulatory requirements.

• Develop and update schemes of work and lesson plans to meet learners needs.

• Manage the timetable to ensure efficient use of staff and resources.

Leadership and Management

• Lead on improving the quality of teaching and learning through regular observation and feedback.

• Monitor student progress using data and reporting systems, taking appropriate action where needed.

• Set and review performance targets for teaching staff; provide ongoing supervision and support.

• Lead the safeguarding provision on site as the Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL).

• Promote a positive learning culture that supports achievement and emotional well-being.

Person Specification

Essential:

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or willingness to work towards it.

• Experience delivering a variety of vocational skills would be an advantage

• DSL qualification or willingness to undertake training.

• Experience working with young people with complex needs and challenging behaviour.

• Proven ability to lead and manage teaching staff, including performance management.

• Strong understanding of personalised teaching and behaviour management strategies.

Desirable:

• Previous experience in an alternative or specialist provision.

• Knowledge of curriculum frameworks and regulatory guidance for education.

For more information please don\’t hesitate to reach out to Marianne at Gazelle Recruitment

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