Director of Learning and Standards - Geography

This is a fantastic opportunity for a qualified teacher keen to start the next stage of their career and take their first step into middle leadership or an existing middle leader who is looking to start their journey into senior leadership. You will have had some experience in your current role with regards to leading an area of development within the department and will be able to demonstrate the impact that this has had. This position will give you the opportunity to expand your experience whilst playing to your strengths and passion for the subject.

You will be joining a group of 13 successful schools serving approximately 4000 children from nursery through to 19 years of age as part of the Central Regions Schools Trust, founded by the RSA. Gospel Oak School in Tipton (West Midlands) is an oversubscribed and expanding 11-19 school with 1275 students (including Sixth Form). The school is highly aspirational, boasting fantastic facilities for both students and staff.

Job Description

As a Director of Learning and Standards you will play a critical role in the School. As a DLS, you will play a pivotal role in raising achievement at all 3 key stages and supporting colleagues to further improve teaching and learning.

The Director of Learning and Standards must be able to

• To embody the values, vision and ethos of the Central Region Schools Trust and assist the Principal in delivering policy which will ensure high quality and successful outcomes.
• To support the monitoring, evaluation and continuous review of the quality and effectiveness within the school.
• To support the collaborative work with the Trust, the school as well as within the local community.
• To ensure high quality teaching and excellent learning outcomes within the curriculum area and create a climate where students achieve their potential.
• Ensure all students within the subject achieve their full potential and targets.
• To inspire staff and students who study in this Curriculum Area with a love for this subject, leading them to explore it and value it for their whole life.

Next steps

If you are excited by this role and believe you have the vision and values to fulfil this challenge, then please contact the HR department on recruitment@crst.org.uk or by calling us on 0121 556 1351. 

A visit to the School and an informal chat with the Principal is welcomed and encouraged prior to making your application.

Closing date: Thursday 11th April 2024 @ 10:00am