JOB DESCRIPTION
JOB TITLE:
Leader of Learning – KS3 ICT REPORTS TO:
Principal Purpose: To take overall responsibility to lead staff, students and parents in meeting the needs of KS3 students within the ICT department in conjunction with subject teachers and in accordance with school policies. As a key member of the School Middle Leadership Team, the Leader of Learning: KS3 ICT will be expected to work collaboratively with their colleagues, sharing their ideas, skills and talents and contribute to the effective functioning of a highly motivated, cohesive team with a shared vision for the future of Belfast Model School for Girls and a sense of common purpose. The Leader of Learning: KS3 ICT will play an important role in the school’s Middle Leadership Team (MLT) ensuring that the young people in the school experience the highest quality of learning provision from a highly skilled professional team of teachers and support staff, within a supportive, encouraging and disciplined environment. Responsibilities: Promote and provide professional leadership and management for KS3 ICT within the school to secure high quality teaching and learning, effective use of resources, and the highest standards of outcomes and achievement for all students, in line with the School Development Plan (SDP). Lead by example, providing inspiration and motivation, embodying the vision and purpose of the school. Play an important role in promoting the ethos of the school. Promote excellence in teaching and learning and pastoral care within KS3 ICT, with a particular focus on E-Safety. Play a proactive, positive role in promoting high standards in relation to attendance, punctuality, school work, homework and behaviour in class at KS3 within the ICT department. Communicate and establish clear expectations and advice to ICT department staff in relation to KS3 ICT. Be available to attend relevant and linked school functions out of school hours. Objectives To ensure student entitlement and access to the NI Curriculum in KS3 ICT. To raise continuously standards of student achievements in KS3 ICT at all levels. To foster enjoyment and satisfaction in the study of KS3 ICT by students. To enhance the quality of teaching and learning of KS3 ICT. To establish and maintain a culture of high expectations for all within KS3 ICT. To encourage and develop students’ awareness and capacity to use ICT safely. To contribute to a whole school cross curricular approach to developing and improving USING ICT & LITERACY at all levels within KS3 ICT. To contribute to a whole school cross curricular approach to developing and improving NUMERACY at all levels within KS3 ICT. To contribute to a whole school cross curricular approach to developing and improving ICT at all levels within KS3 ICT. Principal Responsibility Areas Strategic direction of KS3 ICT. Teaching, learning and the curriculum. Leading and managing staff. Managing resources. Key Tasks To establish a vision and development plans for the subject / areas of responsibility in respect of students of all abilities at KS3. To establish, develop and implement policies and schemes of work, assessment activities for KS3 ICT in line with recent inspection reports, research evidence and SDP. To monitor and evaluate the effects of subject policies and plans, establishing clear targets for improving and sustaining student achievement at KS3. To contribute to ICT department curriculum development by working closely with Leader of Learning: DTMC. To provide reports for the Board of Governors / Principal as requested. To promote and encourage a rich and diverse extra-curricular programme for KS3 ICT. To lead the teaching of KS3 ICT by example. Using an evidence-based approach to monitor the progress of students in KS3 ICT, setting appropriate targets for individual and departmental improvement. To set expectations for the work of all staff involved in the teaching of KS3 ICT and to act to secure improvement. To liaise closely with Learning Support Co-ordinator, LOL DTMC and SLT to ensure the needs of students are best met. To ensure the completion of necessary administration in relation to KS3 ICT. To assist with the implementation of statutory and school requirements / policies on assessment, marking, recording, and reporting. To lead the KS3 ICT Accreditation within the school. To develop effective working relations with all teachers of KS3 ICT, parents, senior leaders and governors. To participate in the performance management of staff (PRSD) as required by school policy. To assist with professional development in KS3 ICT. To work with others in the delivery of Literacy and Numeracy strategies. To establish, maintain and develop appropriate resources for the teaching of KS3 ICT and assist with creating a stimulating environment in ICT classrooms. To ensure the effective and efficient management and organisation of learning resources including information technology for KS3 ICT. To manage the financial resources allocated to KS3 ICT effectively and efficiently. To undertake other tasks which may be required from time to time at the request of the Principal / BOG. To carry out the professional duties of a teacher as directed by the Principal. PERSON SPECIFICATION SECTION 1 - ESSENTIAL CRITERIA Hold a teaching qualification which meets the requirements for recognition to teach in grant-aided schools in Northern Ireland. Hold a degree (minimum 2.2) or equivalent Level 6 qualification or teaching qualification which has prepared the applicant to teach at least two out of the three subjects below as his/her main subject: ICT, Computer Science, Business Communications. Have a minimum of 2 years experience of teaching ICT in a post primary school to at least GCSE level. Have a minimum of 1 year experience of the leadership and management of other members of staff. Be registered with the General Teaching Council for Northern Ireland (GTCNI) before taking up post. SECTION 2 - ADDITIONAL ESSENTIAL CRITERIA Demonstrable knowledge and understanding of the Northern Ireland Curriculum for Digital Technology, Media and Communications at Key Stage 3. Demonstrable and current working knowledge of the subject specific teaching approaches in an all ability setting. Demonstrable knowledge of the range of qualifications available within the subject area of Digital Technology, Media and Communications at Key Stage 3. Knowledge and understanding of approaches to assessment in order to promote effective teaching and student progress. Knowledge and understanding of approaches to tracking student progress and raising standards of learning. Demonstrable and current knowledge of approaches to promoting positive behaviour for learning in an all ability setting. Knowledge and understanding of Safeguarding and Child Protection policy/practice and its implications. SECTION 3 - DESIRABLE CRITERIA Demonstrate knowledge of E-Safety within a post primary setting. Demonstrate knowledge and experience of teaching Level 2 ICT related qualification. Demonstrate knowledge of having led an aspect of a school improvement initiative. Demonstrate knowledge of current issues and challenges for post primary schools within Northern Ireland educational landscape. Demonstrate evidence and impact of working with outside agencies and stakeholders relevant to school. Have successfully completed, or be in the process of completing, relevant postgraduate qualification. DISCLOSURE OF CRIMINAL BACKGROUND The Safeguarding Vulnerable Groups (Northern Ireland) Order 2007 defines working directly with children or young people or in specified places as ‘regulated activity’. In the event that you are recommended for appointed to a post that involves ‘regulated activity’, the Education Authority will be required to undertake an Enhanced Disclosure of Criminal Background. Please note that you WILL be expected to meet the cost of an Enhanced Disclosure Certificate. APPLICANT GUIDANCE NOTES To view the applicant guidance notes, please click
here . To learn about the many great benefits of joining the Education Authority, click
here . The Education Authority is an Equal Opportunities Employer
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Leader of Learning – KS3 ICT REPORTS TO:
Principal Purpose: To take overall responsibility to lead staff, students and parents in meeting the needs of KS3 students within the ICT department in conjunction with subject teachers and in accordance with school policies. As a key member of the School Middle Leadership Team, the Leader of Learning: KS3 ICT will be expected to work collaboratively with their colleagues, sharing their ideas, skills and talents and contribute to the effective functioning of a highly motivated, cohesive team with a shared vision for the future of Belfast Model School for Girls and a sense of common purpose. The Leader of Learning: KS3 ICT will play an important role in the school’s Middle Leadership Team (MLT) ensuring that the young people in the school experience the highest quality of learning provision from a highly skilled professional team of teachers and support staff, within a supportive, encouraging and disciplined environment. Responsibilities: Promote and provide professional leadership and management for KS3 ICT within the school to secure high quality teaching and learning, effective use of resources, and the highest standards of outcomes and achievement for all students, in line with the School Development Plan (SDP). Lead by example, providing inspiration and motivation, embodying the vision and purpose of the school. Play an important role in promoting the ethos of the school. Promote excellence in teaching and learning and pastoral care within KS3 ICT, with a particular focus on E-Safety. Play a proactive, positive role in promoting high standards in relation to attendance, punctuality, school work, homework and behaviour in class at KS3 within the ICT department. Communicate and establish clear expectations and advice to ICT department staff in relation to KS3 ICT. Be available to attend relevant and linked school functions out of school hours. Objectives To ensure student entitlement and access to the NI Curriculum in KS3 ICT. To raise continuously standards of student achievements in KS3 ICT at all levels. To foster enjoyment and satisfaction in the study of KS3 ICT by students. To enhance the quality of teaching and learning of KS3 ICT. To establish and maintain a culture of high expectations for all within KS3 ICT. To encourage and develop students’ awareness and capacity to use ICT safely. To contribute to a whole school cross curricular approach to developing and improving USING ICT & LITERACY at all levels within KS3 ICT. To contribute to a whole school cross curricular approach to developing and improving NUMERACY at all levels within KS3 ICT. To contribute to a whole school cross curricular approach to developing and improving ICT at all levels within KS3 ICT. Principal Responsibility Areas Strategic direction of KS3 ICT. Teaching, learning and the curriculum. Leading and managing staff. Managing resources. Key Tasks To establish a vision and development plans for the subject / areas of responsibility in respect of students of all abilities at KS3. To establish, develop and implement policies and schemes of work, assessment activities for KS3 ICT in line with recent inspection reports, research evidence and SDP. To monitor and evaluate the effects of subject policies and plans, establishing clear targets for improving and sustaining student achievement at KS3. To contribute to ICT department curriculum development by working closely with Leader of Learning: DTMC. To provide reports for the Board of Governors / Principal as requested. To promote and encourage a rich and diverse extra-curricular programme for KS3 ICT. To lead the teaching of KS3 ICT by example. Using an evidence-based approach to monitor the progress of students in KS3 ICT, setting appropriate targets for individual and departmental improvement. To set expectations for the work of all staff involved in the teaching of KS3 ICT and to act to secure improvement. To liaise closely with Learning Support Co-ordinator, LOL DTMC and SLT to ensure the needs of students are best met. To ensure the completion of necessary administration in relation to KS3 ICT. To assist with the implementation of statutory and school requirements / policies on assessment, marking, recording, and reporting. To lead the KS3 ICT Accreditation within the school. To develop effective working relations with all teachers of KS3 ICT, parents, senior leaders and governors. To participate in the performance management of staff (PRSD) as required by school policy. To assist with professional development in KS3 ICT. To work with others in the delivery of Literacy and Numeracy strategies. To establish, maintain and develop appropriate resources for the teaching of KS3 ICT and assist with creating a stimulating environment in ICT classrooms. To ensure the effective and efficient management and organisation of learning resources including information technology for KS3 ICT. To manage the financial resources allocated to KS3 ICT effectively and efficiently. To undertake other tasks which may be required from time to time at the request of the Principal / BOG. To carry out the professional duties of a teacher as directed by the Principal. PERSON SPECIFICATION SECTION 1 - ESSENTIAL CRITERIA Hold a teaching qualification which meets the requirements for recognition to teach in grant-aided schools in Northern Ireland. Hold a degree (minimum 2.2) or equivalent Level 6 qualification or teaching qualification which has prepared the applicant to teach at least two out of the three subjects below as his/her main subject: ICT, Computer Science, Business Communications. Have a minimum of 2 years experience of teaching ICT in a post primary school to at least GCSE level. Have a minimum of 1 year experience of the leadership and management of other members of staff. Be registered with the General Teaching Council for Northern Ireland (GTCNI) before taking up post. SECTION 2 - ADDITIONAL ESSENTIAL CRITERIA Demonstrable knowledge and understanding of the Northern Ireland Curriculum for Digital Technology, Media and Communications at Key Stage 3. Demonstrable and current working knowledge of the subject specific teaching approaches in an all ability setting. Demonstrable knowledge of the range of qualifications available within the subject area of Digital Technology, Media and Communications at Key Stage 3. Knowledge and understanding of approaches to assessment in order to promote effective teaching and student progress. Knowledge and understanding of approaches to tracking student progress and raising standards of learning. Demonstrable and current knowledge of approaches to promoting positive behaviour for learning in an all ability setting. Knowledge and understanding of Safeguarding and Child Protection policy/practice and its implications. SECTION 3 - DESIRABLE CRITERIA Demonstrate knowledge of E-Safety within a post primary setting. Demonstrate knowledge and experience of teaching Level 2 ICT related qualification. Demonstrate knowledge of having led an aspect of a school improvement initiative. Demonstrate knowledge of current issues and challenges for post primary schools within Northern Ireland educational landscape. Demonstrate evidence and impact of working with outside agencies and stakeholders relevant to school. Have successfully completed, or be in the process of completing, relevant postgraduate qualification. DISCLOSURE OF CRIMINAL BACKGROUND The Safeguarding Vulnerable Groups (Northern Ireland) Order 2007 defines working directly with children or young people or in specified places as ‘regulated activity’. In the event that you are recommended for appointed to a post that involves ‘regulated activity’, the Education Authority will be required to undertake an Enhanced Disclosure of Criminal Background. Please note that you WILL be expected to meet the cost of an Enhanced Disclosure Certificate. APPLICANT GUIDANCE NOTES To view the applicant guidance notes, please click
here . To learn about the many great benefits of joining the Education Authority, click
here . The Education Authority is an Equal Opportunities Employer
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