We are looking for a proactive and effective individual to join the team at the Harris Institute of Teaching as Teaching School Hubs and Apprenticeships Manager.
We are open to discussing flexible working at interview. Your base will be at Chafford Hundred or New Beckenham, but you will need to be able to work at different sites across London and Essex when needed.
About Us
Harris Federation are delighted to lead three Teaching School Hubs on behalf of the Department for Education, serving over 800 schools located in South Essex, South London and North-East London. We were designated by the DfE because of our proven track record in delivering an outstanding education for our pupils; high-quality, evidence-based programmes and qualifications for our teachers and leaders, from ITT to Executive Leadership; and for forming long-lasting collaborative partnerships with schools and settings beyond our trust to achieve the very best outcomes for pupils across some of the most deprived areas of the country.
Teaching School Hubs are central to the DFE’s Teacher Recruitment and Retention Strategy delivering on all four of the national priorities:
* Creating the right climate for leaders to establish supportive school cultures
* Transforming support for Early Career Teachers
* Building a career offer that remains attractive to teachers as their careers and lives develop
* Making it easier for great people to become teachers
The training and qualifications we provide in our regions enable the DfE to deliver on a world-class teacher and leader professional development system. We were honoured to be one of only six schools chosen nationally in the initial TSH Test and Learn Phase. In 2021 the new network of 87 TSHs replaced the previous network of 750 Teaching Schools to ensure that every area in the country had a designated TSH with easy access to local support. This network is overseen by the Teaching School Hub Council and each TSH has its own governing body. We work with all our Local Authorities to ensure our TSH offer is inclusive to all school types and phases and responsive to local needs.
Main Areas of Responsibility
Your responsibilities will include:
* Managing the experience of TSH schools and participants on the programmes, ensuring effective communication and appropriate support to maintain high satisfaction and retention
* Supporting the development and maintenance of efficient and effective processes to manage the successful delivery of TSH KPIs and Apprenticeship programmes
* Organising venues and resources and co-ordinate schools, staff and participants
* Organising and attending Steering Group and Governance meetings
* Helping improve the quality of materials and resources
* Working closely with the Harris Institute and NIoT teams to prepare and deliver the requirements of the TSH and Apprenticeship PD programmes
* Ensuring a PD offer that meets the requirements of the DfE TSH Handbook
* Actively seeking opportunities to promote and advocate for the TSH and Apprenticeship programmes and the Harris Institute as a whole
* Building effective and positive relationships with TSH schools, Apprenticeship employers and wider partners
* Providing training on Harris Institute systems, processes and quality standards
* Communicating changes and developments relating to TSHs and Apprenticeship programmes to Schools and participants
* Representing the Harris Institute at events
A full list of responsibilities can be found in the Job Pack.
What We Are Looking For
We would like to hear from you if have:
* Qualifications to degree level or equivalent
* Proficiency in the use of MS Office software packages, such as Word, Excel and Outlook, as well as search engines and online databases
* The ability to quality-assure delivery and programme experience across multiple programmes
* The ability to manage and motivate a high-performing team
* The ability to work in different sites across the organisation including London and Essex when needed
* A pro-active, entrepreneurial approach and the ability to thrive in a start-up environment
* A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults
* Outstanding track record of development and delivery against tight timelines.
* A commitment to the aims of the Harris Institute
* An interest in the education sector and a belief in the value of teachers and school leaders
* Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail
* Excellent interpersonal and written communication skills
For a full and person specification, please download the Job Pack.
What We Can Offer You
Harris has 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.
You will also have access to a variety of benefits, support programmes and initiatives including:
* Excellent opportunities for continuous professional development and career progression
* Annual performance and loyalty bonus
* Pension scheme (Teachers' Pension Scheme or Local Government Pension Scheme) with generous employer contribution
* 26 days' annual leave (inclusive of our Christmas Eve closure day) plus bank holidays, rising to 27 days after 2 years' service, or equivalent for staff on term time contracts
* Harris Wellbeing Cash Plan including cover for routine and specialist healthcare
* Employee Assistance Programme for free and confidential advice
* Cycle to work salary sacrifice scheme
* Wide range of shopping, leisure, and travel discounts
* 20% off at Tapi Carpets, exclusive to Harris employees
* Interest-free ICT and season ticket loans
For most non-teaching staff based at our Head Office in East Croydon, we also offer lifestyle friendly working arrangements including flexible start and end times, and hybrid working with two days from home and three days on site.
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 our 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. We are committed to providing a fair, equitable and mutually supportive learning and working environment.