About The Company
Craig-Y-Parc and Floret View is more than just a school – they are a wonderfully warm and vibrant community where children and young adults come to learn, have fun, and get the most out of life.
We are committed to providing and sustaining excellent multi-disciplinary holistic teaching and learning experiences for all pupils, supported by a positive, caring, and vibrant working environment for staff. We encourage and enable our students to take on new and exciting challenges with the support of our skilled team.
CYP is part of Salutem Care and education and at Salutem, we recognise the value and wisdom that come from all stages of life. Join our team to be a part of a community that truly appreciates the richness of age diversity
About The Role
Location: Craig Y Parc School, Cardiff
Hours: 37.5 Per week
Salary £57,304 - £63,290 Per Annum
Job Responsibilities:
Take responsibility for overall curriculum management, working with the SLT to meet targets and ensure data accuracy
Lead and manage the school’s day-to-day operations, being accountable against established KPIs
Lead curriculum development, embracing change management positively to leverage new opportunities
Provide strategic leadership in promoting growth and responding to government education initiatives and policies
Prepare all necessary operational plans, liaising both internally and externally
Ensure curriculum remains financially viable and academically successful, meeting learner needs
Continuously improve standards of curriculum delivery and student achievement
Develop and embed internal quality assurance systems aligned with whole-school quality standards
Provide clear leadership and effective staff management, including recruitment, training, and development
Deliver individual staff supervision, annual appraisals, and team meetings
Offer performance feedback and support continuous team improvement
Line manage a team of approximately 40 staff members
Ensure curriculum delivery incorporates current and relevant Information & Learning Technology (ILT) practices
Align curriculum with Estyn requirements and educational best practices
Communicate the curriculum’s purpose and direction with enthusiasm to both internal and external audiences
Actively promote equality and diversity throughout the curriculum
Ensure compliance with all policies, particularly those promoting equality of opportunity
Engage in and promote Performance Management and Professional Development activities
Conduct sickness interviews, appraisals, and staff supervision meetings
Undertake duties as required, appropriate to the grade and level of responsibility
Support colleagues within and beyond the direct team where appropriate
Uphold organisational policies and legal obligations related to equality, diversity, and fairness
Maintain personal and collective health and safety in line with policy and training
Engage in relevant CPD and training activities
Promote and protect the organisation’s image when interacting with external agencies and visitors
Respect and maintain confidentiality of all sensitive information regarding students, staff, and others
Ensure safeguarding policies and procedures are followed, and report concerns or incidents promptly
Knowledge, Skills and Competency
Personal Qualifications
Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
Evidence of Continuing Professional Development (CPD) related to school leadership and curriculum developmentKnowledge
Command credibility through the effective discharge of duties and use of subject expertise to influence others
Apply and adapt good practices across different subjects and areas
Make effective use of subject-specific resources
Ensure pupils are well prepared for tests and examinations
Demonstrate up-to-date knowledge and understanding of:
Educational issues related to specialist subject areas
National policies, legal frameworks, curriculum developments, and assessment strategies
Demonstrate a strong understanding of safeguarding practices
Promote equality and inclusive teaching and learning practicesSkills
Strong commitment to raising standards
High expectations of self and others
Ability to build and maintain positive relationships, including with parents
Ability to remain positive and enthusiastic under pressure
Effective communication skills
Empathy and sensitivity toward childrenExperience
Successful implementation of strategies to raise achievement and deliver excellence for students
High-quality curriculum development to enhance participation and academic progress
Effective organisation and management of departmental documents, data analysis plans, target setting, and ongoing monitoring, evaluation, and review processes