Director of Learning - English and Media

Ash Manor School is a successful 11–16 mixed comprehensive judged as 'Good' by Ofsted in its most recent inspection and is now on a journey to becoming outstanding. We are keen to appoint a Director of Learning for English and Media. You will form part of an extended SLT team with whole school leadership opportunities appropriate to their interests and aspirations.

Your focus will be on providing high quality, strategic leadership and management. You will work in partnership with middle leaders to ensure that the highest standards are set across the school to monitor, evaluate and improve the attainment and progress of all of our students. You will be involved in the formulation of policies and practices, which take forward teaching and learning, along with leading the pedagogic and strategic direction in order to support and sustain improvements both within the faculty and at a whole school level.

We are looking for a highly motivated individual who:

• Believes in young people.
• Is dynamic, innovative and inspirational in the classroom and as a leader.
• Is keen to lead and manage a highly motivated staff team.
• Is passionate about English, Literacy and Media and is keen to improve standards across all year groups.
• Ensures all students succeed and are able to achieve their maximum potential.
• Has the ability to teach outstanding lessons across the age range.
• Is committed to raising standards of attainment and developing the success of the faculty. 
• Enjoys working as part of a team.
• Sets high expectations of themselves and their students.

In return we will offer you:

• A professional, hardworking and supportive team of staff with the capability and desire to raise student achievement even further.
• Enthusiastic students who are willing to learn nd are proud of their learning environment.
• Opportunities for further professional development.
• Child Care Voucher Scheme.
• Extra-curricular sporting facilities for staff.
• A caring and supportive working environment within a vibrant school community.

Potential applicant visits are welcomed.

For further information and to apply please visit www.ashmanorschool.com/vacancies

Please send completed application forms to sbench@ashmanorschool.com

Closing date: Friday 26 February 2016.

This school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. An enhanced DBS check is required for this role.

Ash Manor School
Manor Road, Ash,
Surrey GU12 6QH
T: 01252 353900
www.ashmanorschool.com
Headteacher: Ms A Bailey