Head of Sixth Form in City of Westminster

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic and operational leadership of the Sixth Form, ensuring exceptional student achievement, attendance, conduct, personal development and progression.
• Lead the development and implementation of a high-quality Sixth Form provision that supports academy improvement priorities and the wider Harris Sixth Form strategy.
• Establish a culture of high expectations, professionalism and aspiration in which all students are supported to achieve their academic and personal potential.
• Be accountable for the recruitment, retention, progress and destinations of Sixth Form students.
• Lead and develop the Sixth Form team, including tutors and support staff, providing consistently high-quality pastoral and academic support.
• Ensure the Sixth Form operates efficiently, compliantly and in accordance with academy, federation and statutory requirements.

Qualifications

• Hold QTS (or equivalent) and a relevant undergraduate degree, ideally with a leadership qualification or further qualification in education or pastoral care.
• Demonstrate successful teaching experience, including at post-16.
• Have experience of leading and improving student outcomes.
• Have experience of using assessment and student data to drive improvement.
• Have experience of leading or contributing to pastoral systems and student support.
• Have experience of monitoring attendance, behaviour and student progress.

Benefits

• Competitive rewards and benefits package includes the Harris Allowance (typically £2,000 for Inner London and £1,500 for Outer London), Performance and Loyalty Bonus, Teachers Pension Scheme, Wellbeing Cash Plan, Employee Assistance Programme and other benefits.

About Harris Garrard Academy

Harris Garrard Academy disrupts the status quo to drive social mobility for young people. Our academic results place us in the top 10% nationally for secondary and 5% for our primary phase. Located in South Thamesmead, the academy is accessible by rail and bus. We pride ourselves on a culture of collaboration, professional development and continuous improvement.

Safeguarding Notice

The Harris Federation and all our academies are committed to ensuring the highest levels of safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and we expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All offers of employment are subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, references, an online search, and where applicable, a prohibition from teaching check will be completed.

Equal Opportunities

The Harris Federation is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified candidates. We value the diversity of our staff and students, and everyone at the Harris Federation is equally valued and respected. We aim to be an inclusive employer that reflects the communities we serve, providing a fair, equitable and mutually supportive learning and working environment.