A new and exciting opportunity has become available within the Health and Social Care department. We are seeking an ambitious, innovative, and committed Deputy Head of Department for Health and Social Care to support the continued growth, development, and success of the department. Working closely with the Head of Department, the successful candidate will play a key role in supporting both staff and students, driving high standards of teaching, learning, and assessment, and contributing to the strategic direction of the curriculum area.
Responsibilities include overseeing the development of engaging and high-quality teaching and learning materials, promoting the sharing of innovative and effective practice across the department, supporting curriculum quality assurance and standardisation processes, liaising with examination boards, and contributing actively to departmental meetings and development activities. The successful candidate will also fulfil teaching responsibilities, support student recruitment and retention initiatives, monitor attendance and student progress, and communicate effectively with parents, carers, prospective students, and external stakeholders, while helping to create a positive, inclusive, and supportive learning environment for both students and staff.
We have generous terms and conditions (Sixth Form College’s Association style terms and conditions) including 13 weeks holiday (195 days in College).
- 2:30pm finish on Fridays
- Free on-site parking and various health and wellbeing resources and benefit schemes including three staff wellbeing days per year
- Automatic enrolment into the Teachers’ Pension Scheme
- Family friendly policies and flexible working options
- Investment in people and a range of training & career opportunities for all staff
- A staff benefits package with discounts and savings for supermarkets, petrol, high-street retailers, holidays, cinemas and other leisure
Commitment to Safeguarding
This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and as part of our safeguarding commitment we undertake DBS checks as part of our pre‑employment procedures on all potential new employees.
Commitment to diversity and inclusion
The College is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive community, welcoming applications from individuals of all backgrounds, including those with military experience whose unique skills and perspectives are highly valued.
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