At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead and inspire a team of educators to enhance student outcomes.
- Company: Join a mission-driven educational institution focused on equity and excellence.
- Benefits: Permanent position with competitive salary and opportunities for professional growth.
- Other info: Supportive environment with clear pathways to senior leadership.
- Why this job: Shape a positive workplace and make a real impact in education.
- Qualifications: Relevant degree, QTS, and proven leadership experience required.
The predicted salary is between 31650 - 40000 £ per year.
Do you pride yourself on being an approachable middle manager who leads with empathy and develops teaching talent? Are you searching for a permanent, full time position where your leadership style can shape a positive, unified workplace? Are you ready to use your subject expertise to inspire both early career teachers and seasoned practitioners alike? We are actively recruiting a mission driven Department Leader who is motivated by a vision of equity, excellence, and collaborative team growth.
Location: Burwell
Contract Type: Full Time Permanent position
Salary: Depending on experience and qualifications
Start Date: ASAP/September 2026
Qualification: A relevant degree and QTS, proven leadership experience
Randstad Education is looking for an inspirational educator ready to take full ownership of their department, cultivate a supportive team culture, and implement high impact strategies that elevate student outcomes across the school. This is a permanent position and you will be required to support five days a week Monday to Friday inline with school hours. Please note that this role is unable to offer any Sponsorship at this time. All candidates will be subject to Randstad Education's child protection and UK eligibility vetting including a DBS check and providing satisfactory references. A DBS on the update service would be a distinct advantage due to the urgent nature of some of these roles.
Responsibilities:
- Lead curriculum design, department development, and academic standards.
- Manage, mentor, and appraise teaching teams and support staff.
- Monitor student achievement data to implement targeted interventions.
- Oversee the department budget, learning materials, and timetables.
- Maintain high standards of adaptive teaching within your own classroom.
Preferred Skills:
- Ability to build and adapt robust, inclusive schemes of work.
- Skilled at translating performance metrics into classroom action plans.
- Confident in delegating, managing workloads, and motivating staff.
- Clear, professional collaboration with SLT, parents, and governors.
- Holds UK QTS with proven subject leadership or middle management experience.
Personal Attributes:
- Deeply committed to educational equity, excellence, and student advocacy.
- A resilient, grounded leader who tackles challenges calmly.
- Approachable and supportive, fostering a positive team culture.
- Motivated by personal growth and clear pathways into senior leadership.
- Values teamwork, treating all teaching and support staff as equal partners.
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Randstad Education is an exceptional employer that prioritises a supportive and collaborative work culture, making it an ideal environment for educators who are passionate about fostering growth in both students and staff. Located in Burwell, this permanent full-time position offers the opportunity to lead with empathy, develop teaching talent, and implement impactful strategies that enhance student outcomes, all while benefiting from clear pathways for personal and professional development. Join a mission-driven team that values equity and excellence, where your leadership can truly make a difference.
