Deputy Head of Sixth Form

Deputy Head of Sixth Form

Posted 5 days ago by 1749572681

Negotiable
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London

Summary: The Deputy Head of Sixth Form role at a secondary academy in Enfield is a leadership position focused on enhancing academic outcomes and pastoral care for students. The successful candidate will support the Head of Sixth Form and work within a collaborative team to foster an inclusive educational environment. This role requires a commitment to student wellbeing and a passion for raising aspirations among young people. The position offers opportunities for professional development and is part of a well-resourced faculty.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Support the strategic leadership and day-to-day management of the Sixth Form.
  • Lead on areas such as student progress tracking, attendance, enrichment, and post-18 destinations.
  • Work closely with the Head of Sixth Form to maintain high standards of teaching, learning, and behaviour.
  • Provide pastoral support and guidance to students, ensuring a safe and inclusive environment.
  • Contribute to the development of the Sixth Form curriculum and enrichment programme.
  • Build strong relationships with students, staff, parents, and external partners.

Key Skills:

  • Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) and substantial teaching experience at Key Stage 5.
  • A proven track record of leadership or middle leadership in a secondary or post-16 setting.
  • Strong understanding of post-16 education, including UCAS, apprenticeships, and careers guidance.
  • Excellent communication, organisational, and interpersonal skills.
  • A commitment to inclusive education and student wellbeing.
  • A passion for raising aspirations and supporting young people to achieve their full potential.

Salary (Rate): £67000 yearly

City: Enfield

Country: United Kingdom

Working Arrangements: undetermined

IR35 Status: undetermined

Seniority Level: undetermined

Industry: Other

Detailed Description From Employer:

Job Opportunity: Deputy Head of Sixth Form

Location: Enfield

Start Date: September 2025

Salary: Leadership Scale (Outer London) L6 – L10 + Teachers’ Pension Scheme

About the Role

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic and inspirational leader to join a thriving and inclusive 11–18 secondary academy as Deputy Head of Sixth Form. This is a key leadership role within the Sixth Form, supporting the Head of Sixth Form in delivering outstanding academic outcomes and pastoral care. You will be part of a committed and forward-thinking team within the Enterprise Faculty, which includes Business Studies, Computer Science, and Economics. The faculty is well-resourced and supported by experienced leadership, with a strong focus on innovation and continuous improvement.

Key Responsibilities

  • Support the strategic leadership and day-to-day management of the Sixth Form.
  • Lead on areas such as student progress tracking, attendance, enrichment, and post-18 destinations.
  • Work closely with the Head of Sixth Form to maintain high standards of teaching, learning, and behaviour.
  • Provide pastoral support and guidance to students, ensuring a safe and inclusive environment.
  • Contribute to the development of the Sixth Form curriculum and enrichment programme.
  • Build strong relationships with students, staff, parents, and external partners.

What We’re Looking For

  • Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) and substantial teaching experience at Key Stage 5.
  • A proven track record of leadership or middle leadership in a secondary or post-16 setting.
  • Strong understanding of post-16 education, including UCAS, apprenticeships, and careers guidance.
  • Excellent communication, organisational, and interpersonal skills.
  • A commitment to inclusive education and student wellbeing.
  • A passion for raising aspirations and supporting young people to achieve their full potential.

Why Join Us?

  • A supportive and collaborative staff culture.
  • Access to high-quality CPD, including leadership development through UCL’s Institute of Education.
  • Pre-prepared teaching resources and a whole-class feedback approach to reduce workload.
  • Access to on-site fitness facilities and wellbeing support.
  • Opportunities to contribute to a growing and ambitious Sixth Form with a recent ‘Good’ Ofsted rating.
  • Convenient location: 8-minute walk from Enfield Lock station and on-site parking available.

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