In addition to the specific responsibilitiesoutlined below, the member of staff will be required, under the reasonabledirection of the Headteacher, to carry out the professional duties of aSchool Teacher as set out in the current School Teachers’ Pay and ConditionsDocument (STPCD) and to have due regard for the Professional Standards forTeachers.
Our Values and Ethos
At the heart of the school’s vision and values is the belief that weshould give our best efforts first time: ‘Aspirat primofortuna labori’. This is embedded in our core valuesof Aspiration, Endeavour and Respect.
The school has a long-standing commitment to building a highlyaspirational and harmonious community which supports studentsthrough a well-planned and dynamic curriculum to fulfil their futureambitions. Underpinning this aspiration is the belief that our studentsachieve their potential through hard work and endeavour, giving the best ofthemselves around the school in their interactions with each other and thewider community. Founded on mutual respect and courtesy, thesevalues and expectations permeate all that we do from door to school to ensurestudents can develop in an inclusive and caring school community where theybecome the very best that they can be and can shine!
Therefore, our community believes in:
Aspiration - we alwaysgive our best efforts in everything that we do.
Respect - we takepride in working in a harmonious community built on kindness andintegrity.
Endeavour - we try tobe the best version of ourselves through participating in the opportunitiesprovided by school and the wider community.
The successful candidate should be ableto inspire, motivate and support students through visible leadership in andaround the school so that students are aspirational, kind, respectful andconsiderate and have an opportunity to shine.
Asa Curriculum Leader of PE at Stretford Grammar School, you will:
- Possess adedication to providing students with the best education possible and havethe vision, passion and proven track record to support school improvement andperformance.
-Be aspirational, with an uncompromising commitmentto improving educational outcomes for all students.
-Wish to play an important role in providingextensive after school enrichment
-Be kind, considerate and have the interests andwellbeing of all at the heart of what you do
Thisrole is key to helping all students maximise their potential, in linewith our values, ethos and expectations.
Specific Responsibilities
1 Professional expectations
Organisation and planning of an ambitiouscurriculum to ensure it fulfils the demands of the National Curriculum,provides challenge, and promotes progress and high academic attainment.
Maintain clear expectations and high standardsof professionalism at all times through implementing and upholding theschool’s policies.
Monitoring of and being accountable for studentattainment and progress, in accordance with the school’s policies.
Being accountable to the Deputy/AssistantHeadteacher for the standards of teaching, learning and assessment in yourcurriculum. Working collaboratively and sharing good practice within theschool, to continually raise standards and develop the ethos in all areas ofthe school, not just the academic provision.
To make contributions to and develop expertisethrough internal and external professional development.
Attend school events and activities as directedby the Headteacher.
Ensure equalopportunities for all students andstaff.
2 Strategic Direction
Lead by example in a professional way.
Model the expectations which will ensure theattainment, progress, discipline, and motivation of all students.
To develop andimplement the Department Development Plan which is linked to the SchoolDevelopment Plan.
To provide effectivemonitoring and evaluation of progress, measured against targets for raisingstandards in teaching and learning and whole school priorities.
To develop andimplement policies, pedagogy and practice in the subject which reflect wholeschool and national policies and strategies.
To foster a love ofPE by developing a challenging curriculum which clearly aligns with theschool intent and context.
3 Teaching and Learning
To ensure thatprogrammes of study/schemes of work are planned, developed, and implementedconsistently by subject specialists. Where appropriate these should be inaccordance with the National Curriculum and examination specifications.
To ensure thatstudent progress targets are set by subject staff and that systems areimplemented to allow student progress to be regularly recorded, monitored,and reported; in doing so, identifying issues for development, andimplementing appropriate intervention strategies.
Apply effective strategies to supportindividuals and groups of students who are underperforming in order that theymeet or exceed their targets.
Monitor the impact of these strategies; adaptand develop them when necessary to ensure the best outcomes for each student.
To ensure that theschool policies relating to teaching and learning are consistentlyimplemented across the subject e.g. teaching and learning, assessment,homework, rewards, and sanctions.
To ensure that good practice in teachingand learning is identified, promoted, and shared across the department andcurriculum
To developextra-curricular opportunities which enrich students’ love of the subject andprovide cultural capital.
To implement systemsfor monitoring and evaluating the quality of teaching and learning in thesubject and to set targets consistent with raising standards. For example:through lesson observation, work scrutiny, planning, monitoring, and analysisof assessment data.
To analyse externalexamination results at GCSE and set targets for future attainment andachievement.
To provideappropriate guidance, support, and direction in the application of teachingand learning methods in the subject area, including the introduction of newspecifications at GCSE.
To build effectivelinks with the local community, including business organisations to supportteaching and learning in the subject.
To contribute to theschool’s self-evaluation through the quality assurance process and in doingso review standards within the subject area.
Ensure departmental areas have displays whichare vibrant, stimulating and regularly refreshed.
Liaise with parents/carers to offer informationand guidance to ensure the students gain maximum benefit from the learningopportunities.
Ensure that the departmental resources andequipment are well maintained.
When required, be responsible for theorganisation of departmental visits and excursions in accordance with schoolpolicies.
Keep up to date with national developments inthe subject area, teaching practices and methodology.
4 Leading and Managing Staff
To contribute to the recruitment and selection of teaching staff.
To lead and promote the professional development of subjectspecialists in a way which:
1.Makes a significant contribution to the raising of standards of teaching and learning
2.Recognises and promotes good practice in teaching and learning.
3.Supports and evaluates progress against performance managementobjectives resulting in a positive impact on teaching and learning
4.Identifies and meets CPD needs.
To take appropriate action where underperformance is identified.
To coordinate the deployment of staff in consultation with theHeadteacher.
To ensure that appropriate documentation regarding externalexaminations is processed accordingly in liaison with the school’sExamination Officer.
5 Resource Management
To secure and allocate resources in the subject area to maximise theirimpact on teaching and learning.
To ensure that the learning environment is appropriately maintainedand promotes high expectations in teaching and learning.
6 Health and Safety
To ensure that all staff in the subject area comply with safety rulesand procedures relevant to the subject and whole school.
To report promptly to the Headteacher any issues which have/may leadto a breach of regulations.
7 Additional Responsibilities
You will be required to perform the duties of aTutor and work with your Tutor Group on the delivery of the wider andextended curriculum.
Any other duties as may from time to time bereasonably required.
8 The school
Ensure that all school policies are adhered to and consistentlyimplemented.
Treat all members of the school community with courtesy and respecthaving regard for their health and wellbeing.
Promote and publicise the work and achievement of students and staffin the department.
Contributeto the wider life of the school through the provision of enrichmentopportunities in order that every student has an opportunity to develop theircultural capital and shine beyond the classroom.
9 Health and Safety
Ensure all classes and clubs are registeredin a timely manner alerting the relevant staff where students have notarrived to ensure students are safe and well on site.
Comply with safety rules and proceduresrelevant to the subject and the whole school.
To report promptly to the Headteacher anyissues which have/may lead to a breach of regulations.
To have due regard for the health, safetyand wellbeing of children in your care, ensuring that they are treated withcompassion and that classes are carefully monitored to instil a positivelearning environment where all children feel safe.
10 Additional responsibilities
You will be required to carry out the duties of a Tutor and work withyour Tutor Group on the delivery of the wider and extended curriculum.
Attendschool events and activities as directed by the Headteacher.
Any otherduties as may from time to time be reasonably required as directed by theHeadteacher.
11 Safeguarding
To ensure thatyou are aware of the key policies relating to safeguarding and play an activepart in Keeping Children Safe in Education.
12 Core Values
Display a deep commitment and empathy to the values andvision of the school through the demonstration of Ambition, Respect andEndeavour in daily work and ensuring every child has an opportunity to shine.
Display high standards of professionalism with regardsto confidentiality and discretion
Have a willingness to take on other roles andresponsibilities within the team
Be able to conduct your work with empathy, kindness andgood humour
Have a genuine passion and belief in the potential ofevery student
Have a genuine passion and belief in the potential ofevery student
Have a commitment to the safeguarding and welfare ofall students
13 About this Job
Thisjob description is designed to outline the main duties and responsibilitiesassociated with the post but is not intended to be an exhaustive list of allduties performed. The tasks associated with this role are listed in theCONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT OF SCHOOL TEACHERS in the current School TeachersPay and Conditions Document. It will be reviewed each year, and it may besubject to modification or amendment at any time after consultation with thepost-holder, Headteacher or his representative.
The Governing Body is committed to thesafeguarding and welfare of children and young people. It expects all staff and volunteers toshare this commitment. The successfulcandidate will be subject to an enhanced DBS check.
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Curriculum Leader of PE in Manchester employer: Stretford Grammar School
As a leading educational institution, we pride ourselves on fostering a supportive and inclusive work culture that empowers our staff to thrive. Our commitment to professional development ensures that every team member has access to growth opportunities, while our vibrant school community values each individual's contributions. Located in a dynamic area, we offer a unique chance to lead an ambitious school through exciting changes, including a new build project set for completion in 2030.
