The Law Department has an excellent, long-term track record of academic success. Our pupils continue to benefit from the commitment and dedication shown by a team of specialist teachers. We are looking to appoint a well-qualified and committed specialist Head of Law for January 2025. Not suitable for ECTs.
At Chadwell Heath Academy we provide an excellent education for all of our pupils. We believe strongly in comprehensive education and its ability to change lives. We want pupils to feel enthused by the opportunities that await them, and proud to be part of a mixed gender, multi-cultural community.
What we offer:
· A comprehensive induction programme for all new staff.
· A friendly and engaged staff body who welcome new teachers and a leadership team who encourage professional development at all levels.
· A superb opportunity to develop teaching and leadership skills through bespoke CPD provision.
· An opportunity to work in a modern, well-resourced Humanities suite, comprising excellent facilities.
· Opportunities for in-house career progression.
· Pupils who are eager to learn, with 90% of our high recruiting Sixth Form going on to university study.
·You will be joining a thriving team of departments offering pupils:
The closing date for applications is 12 noon Friday 29th November 2024. Interviews will be week commencing 4th November 2024.
We reserve the right to bring forward the closing date where we find suitable applications and advise therefore, that applications should be submitted as soon as possible as we may choose to interview shortly after receipt.
The Post
The post offers you:
· The opportunity to lead a thriving department of specialist Law teachers.
· A modern, well-resourced Law suite, comprising excellent facilities.
· A comprehensive induction programme for all staff new to the School.
· A departmental structure that includes post holders at Key Stages 3 and 5.
· One to one support from a Deputy Headteacher designated Line Manager.
· Control of the department budget.
· An opportunity to develop both teaching and leadership through bespoke CPD provision.
· Opportunities for in-house career progression.
· The opportunity to teach pupils across the age and ability range, Years 7 to 13.
· The opportunity to develop a range of extra-curricular activities that place Law at the heart of the School.