- Supporting the Head of School and Senior Leadership Team in delivering the Sixth Form vision and strategic priorities
- Leading safeguarding provision as Designated Safeguarding Lead and managing the safeguarding team
- Coordinating pastoral support and working with external agencies to promote student wellbeing and success
- Leading initiatives that maximise student achievement, personal development and progression to higher education
- Supporting the day-to-day leadership and operation of the Sixth Form
- Promoting and embedding the Sixth Form's ethos, values and high expectations
- Driving high standards of teaching, learning and student outcomes across the Sixth Form
- Contributing to the work of the Senior Leadership Team and supporting effective implementation of academy policies
- Ensuring all students receive the support and opportunities needed to reach their full potential
- Playing a key role in the wider Sixth Form and academy community
- Preparing reports and updates for governors and senior leaders
- Line managing middle leaders, teachers and support staff to drive academic and pastoral excellence
- Leading performance management, coaching and professional development for staff
- Contributing to self‑evaluation, quality assurance and continuous improvement activities
- Delivering assemblies and engaging with students to promote a positive Sixth Form culture
- Modelling outstanding professional standards and supporting the ongoing development of the academy's provision and outcomes
We would like to hear from you if you have:
- Qualifications to A Level or equivalent
- Level 3 Designated Safeguarding Lead training
- Level 3 Prevent Lead training
- Successful leadership experience in a school or related environment
- Experience as a Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL) or Deputy (DDSL), with a strong track record of leading safeguarding practice, managing complex cases, working effectively with external agencies, and promoting a culture where the welfare and safety of children are paramount
- Successful pastoral experience in a school or related environment
- Experience of improvement planning and securing improvement
- Experience of implementing a range of strategies to improve outcomes for young people
- Proven track record of managing and implementing change in relation to teaching practices and standards
Our people are at the heart of our success. We have developed a strong culture of collaboration and best practice, with professional development and career planning at its centre. We invest in our staff with support, coaching, mentoring, and a wide range of top-quality training programmes delivered at every level to senior leadership.
We look for talented individuals who share our vision for creating exceptional places of learning, and are committed to ensuring that every child in London has access to the best possible education.
In addition to the opportunities for career progression, training and development, we also offer a competitive rewards and benefits package which includes our Harris Allowance, a Performance and Loyalty Bonus, Pension Scheme, a Wellbeing Cash Plan and many other benefits
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Harris Academy Rainham is an exceptional employer, dedicated to fostering a supportive and collaborative work environment where staff are valued and encouraged to grow. With a strong focus on professional development, our team benefits from tailored training programmes, meaningful workload management, and opportunities for career progression within the Academy and the wider Harris Federation. Located in Havering, we are committed to educational excellence and inclusivity, making it a rewarding place to contribute to the lives of our students and community.
