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Deputy Head of Key Stage 5

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Job Description

Purpose of the position

To operationalize and support the academic and pastoral vision of the Head of Key Stage/Head of School. The Deputy focuses on interventions, tracking exam readiness, daily student management, form tutor/class teacher programme execution, and assisting with pedagogical quality assurance. 

Principle Responsibilities

Academic & Pedagogical Support 

·       Assist in standardizing internal assessments and coordinating moderation cycles. 

·       Review weekly schemes of work (SOW) and support class teachers in integrating active learning, study notes , regular correction and student-centered methodologies. 

·       Monitor gradebook reporting compliance and qualitative reporting standards across subjects, ensuring accurate tracking of student progress. 

·       Liaise with all relevant colleagues (teachers, SEN, counseling) to ensure all students are fully supported academically and emotionally. 

·       Help organize mock exams and student progress review meetings. 

Pastoral & Operational Support 

·       Implement a framework of activities for Form Tutors/Class Teachers, encouraging systems and routines to be embedded during tutor time. 

·       Create and oversee a dynamic tutor programme and plan/lead assemblies to inspire students. 

·       Manage and direct daily communication flow between form teachers, leaders, and parents.

·       Monitor student attendance closely, working with Form Tutors/Class teachers and administrative centers to address any punctuality or attendance concerns. 

·       Actively reward and celebrate the achievements of students to maintain positive phase culture.

·       Manage student discipline matters, acting as the primary point for peer conflict resolution. 

Person Specification: Deputy Head of Key Stage

This document outlines the essential and desirable criteria required to fulfill the responsibilities detailed in the "Job Description- Deputy Head of Key Stage.docx".

1. Qualifications and Training

Criteria

Essential

Desirable

Bachelor’s degree in Education or a relevant subject area

X

 

Recognized teaching qualification

X

 

Evidence of ongoing professional development related to pastoral care or academic leadership

X

 

Middle leadership certification or relevant postgraduate study

 

X

2. Professional Experience

Criteria

Essential

Desirable

Proven track record of effective classroom teaching and pedagogical excellence

X

 

Experience leading or managing systems for student interventions and tracking exam readiness

X

 

Experience acting as a Form Tutor/Class Teacher and delivering pastoral programmes

X

 

Experience organizing academic milestones, such as internal assessments, moderation cycles, and mock exams

X

 

Previous experience managing student discipline, behavior, and peer conflict resolution

X

 

Experience coordinating with specialized departments (e.g., SEN, Counseling) to support holistic student development

 

X

3. Knowledge and Skills

Criteria

Essential

Desirable

Deep understanding of student-centered methodologies, active learning, and pedagogical quality assurance

X

 

Ability to review, evaluate, and guide teachers on Schemes of Work (SOW)

X

 

Proficiency in monitoring gradebook compliance, reporting standards, and data tracking for student progress

X

 

Strong operational and organizational skills to implement tutor activities, systems, and routines

X

 

Exceptional communication skills to manage the daily flow of information between teachers, senior leaders (Head of School/Key Stage), and parents

X

 

Ability to plan and confidently lead inspiring student assemblies

X

 

4. Personal Attributes

Criteria

Essential

Desirable

Highly collaborative, with the ability to liaise seamlessly across academic and pastoral teams

X

 

Proactive and decisive in addressing daily student management and punctuality/attendance concerns

X

 

Empathetic and approachable, capable of supporting the emotional and academic needs of all students

X

 

Enthusiastic about recognizing, rewarding, and celebrating student achievements to foster a positive phase culture

X