The College of Richard Collyer in Horsham, ‘Collyer’s’, is one of the leading sixth form colleges in the country and the no.1 choice for A Levels in West Sussex.
We wish to appoint a highly skilled Director ofFaculty with a commitment to fostering a culture of academic excellence and continuous improvement for one of the three faculty areas in the college. This is an excellent opportunity for an educationalist who has experience in a curriculum management role to take the next step and shape their faculty whilst working alongside senior managers to develop future strategy. The successful candidate will work with two Assistant Directors of Faculty to hold management oversight of approximately 15 Level 3 subjects each with their own Head of Subject. Director roles offer an excellent stepping stone to a future senior management/leadership position.
To be successful, you will be able to demonstrate excellence in your teaching and a track record of ensuring that students achieve their very best. This role includes a teaching commitment of 3 blocks per week (a total of 13 hours teaching) in any appropriate Level 3 subject offered at Collyer’s. You will also be experienced in curriculum development alongside teaching and learning strategies to yield excellent outcomes for students.
Qualifications: Good degree together with a recognised teaching qualification (PGCE, Cert Ed, DET); evidence of some leadership training would be desirable.
Experience: Current or recent experience of curriculum leadership in a Head of Subject, similar, or more senior role. Significant experience of teaching and tutoring 16-19 students.
Knowledge and Skills: The ability to manage the effective delivery of the curriculum provision across a range of subjects and qualification types.
Personal Qualities: A reflective practitioner with excellent teamwork, organisation and communication skills. The ability to motivate staff and manage change.
Motivation and Expectations: A commitment to high standards, a drive to motivate, inspire and support staff and students. An enthusiasm for teaching and learning. A desire to significantly contribute to the strategic direction of the college.
Salary Range: On the SFCA salary scale L4 on the Leadership pay scale which is £58,699 pa rising to L7 (£63,411 pa) in annual increments.
About Us
Established almost 500 years ago, the College of Richard Collyer is forward-thinking in every way. Our mission is simple: to deliver the best possible education to our 2,300+ students aged 16 to 19. Our achievements speak for themselves, consistently placing us within the top sixth form colleges nationally. In the summer of 2022, our students achieved 71% A*–B at A Level, and with national averages returning to pre-pandemic levels in 2023, our students achieved an outstanding 61% A*–B. Results across our other qualification types are equally as strong. Approximately 70% of our offer is A Levels, with 25% comprising Level 3 vocational and technical qualifications and 5% comprising our Transition courses for students to bolster their Level 2 qualifications before progressing to Level 3. Alongside our academic, vocational and technical courses, we have a thriving enrichment programme, with over 130 activities available to all students, from sports to arts and crafts and music.
A great college deserves a great location: we’re close to the centre of the historic market town of Horsham and under an hour from London by train. We’re a supportive community rather than just a place to work, and we are deeply committed to the professional development of our staff.
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Closing date: 9am, Thursday 9th May 2024
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