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Assistant Head of Department
Job Posted: 5 days ago
Salary: £ 44,409 - 44,409 / Annum
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Cambridge
Expire in: 23 days
Job Description
Assistant Head of Department - Sports & Uniformed Protective Services
£44,409 per annum
Permanent position - 37 hours per week
Cambridge
Meridian Business Support is currently recruiting for a Assistant Head of Department to work in a Cambridge based college.
The primary purpose of this job role is to:
In your role as the Assistant Head of Department for Sport & Uniformed Protective Services, your responsibilities will include assisting the Head of Department in overseeing and enhancing the curriculum for Study Programmes and Adult courses. You will also manage staff and resources within the Sports & Uniformed Protective Services area at the college campus. Furthermore, you will contribute to improving student outcomes by upholding high performance standards, tracking progress, monitoring results, and motivating both staff and students.
Key Responsibilities:
Assist in the leadership and development of the curriculum area, including effective management of staff and resources.
Champion excellence in teaching, learning, and assessment across the department.
Monitor and drive student progress through effective tracking and support systems.
Inspire and support staff to achieve consistently high standards and positive student outcomes.
Promote a culture of innovation, inclusion, and high performance within the department.Qualifications and Skills:
A teaching qualification such as DET, DTLLS, Cert Ed, or PGCE.
Extensive teaching experience in a Further Education setting.
A strong understanding of the FE sector, with the ability to demonstrate relevant industry skills in sport or uniformed services.
Up-to-date Health & Safety knowledge relevant to the curriculum.
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
Proven organisational skills with the ability to meet deadlines and manage multiple priorities.
Essential qualifications, experience and attributes:
Must hold Level 5 or above teaching qualification such as DET, DTLLS or Cert Ed / PGCE Must hold or working towards IQA Award or equivalent.
Extensive relevant experience working in an education/training provider.
Recent teaching experience in a further education setting
Evidence of professional updating & development
Knowledge of and ability to demonstrate relevant industry skills.
Detailed knowledge of relevant Awarding Body requirements.
Current Health & Safety knowledge relevant to the role.
Good interpersonal, administrative and communication skills Organised and able to meet deadlines.
Competent use of Microsoft Office and other software packages required to perform the role.
Ability to cultivate good working relationships with colleagues.
Ability to lead and motivate a team of staff.
Rewards and benefits:
Supportive and friendly team.
42 days per annum (pro rata if part-time)
Teachers Pension Scheme
On site restaurants, retail and coffee outlets
Free on-site car parking
BUPA Health Expenses cash plan and Occupational Health services
Discounted rates on Apple products
Free gym membership option and discounted classes
Discounted rates on college courses
Exclusive discounts for high street and online stores with Rewards
Free independent telephone counselling service with our Employee Assistant Programme
Staff Development opportunities.Meridian Business Support is a recruitment specialist acting on behalf of our client as an Employment Agency for this vacancyBefore You Apply
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