Deputy Head of RS & Philosophy at Bentley Wood High School

We are seeking an enthusiastic and inspirational Deputy Head of RS & Philosophy who is passionate about teaching and learning and is dedicated to achieving excellence for all. Early applications are encouraged as we may close this post early if we receive sufficient strong applications.

Leaders across theschool play a crucial role in planning a curriculum that is ambitious for students of all abilities. The impact is that all groups of students, including those with SEND, achieve their best. Middle and senior leaders also playa significant role in contributing to whole school improvement.

This is an exciting opportunity for someone wanting to take additional responsibility in RS &Philosophy. You should already have demonstrated excellent leadership and management skills, be committed to inclusion and the well-being of every childand be an outstanding role model in your own professional practice.

Candidates must provide leadership and direction for the Department and ensure that it is managed and organised to meet school and subject aims and objectives. To provide professional leadership to secure high quality teaching and learning, effective use of resources, improving standards of achievement for all students, and the promotion of students'personal development and well-being.

The Deputy Head of RS& Philosophy will play a key role in supporting, guiding and motivating teachers of the subject, evaluate the effectiveness of teaching and learning,the subject curriculum and progress towards targets for students and staff inorder to inform future priorities for the subject. The policy and practice of monitoring within a department provides the information for evaluation andaction. The Deputy Head of RS &Philosophy identifies needs in the department and recognises that these needsmust be considered in relation to the overall needs of the school.

It is also important they understand howtheir role contributes to school priorities and to the overall education and achievement of all students.

Throughout their work, theywill ensure that practices improve the quality of education provided, meet theneeds and aspirations of all students and help to continue to raise standards of achievement in the school.

• An outstanding track record at GCSE, BTEC and A level
• An inclusive school underpinned by our CARE values
• Students who actively engage in lessons and have excellent attitudes to learning
• Extensive professional development. We are the lead school for the Harrow Collegiate Alliance and work closely with other High Schools and Colleges in Harrow
• Staff wellbeingactivities each week, e.g. mindfulness along with staff sports and clubs
• One of the best sites in London, located on the greenbelt next to Bentley Priory and set in 27 acres of woodland and fields, providing and exceptional learning environment

The job you are applying for is exempt from the provisions of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (2013 and
2020) which requires you to disclose all spent convictions and cautions except those which are 'protected' under Police Act 1997 - Part V and the amendments to the Exceptions Order 1975 (2013 and 2020) and are not subject to disclosure to employers on DBS certificates and cannot be taken into account.

The School is committed to Safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and safeguarding checks will be undertaken prior to appointment including digital screening. This role involves engaging in regulated activity relevant to children and all staff have safeguarding responsibilities.