Head of Sixth Form

Head of Sixth Form

Full Time, Permanent, MPS/UPS + TLR2c, September 2024

We are seeking to appoint a Head of Sixth form to lead our post 16 provision. Ideally, you will be an English or Humanities teacher.

The sixth form has a strong curriculum and extra curriculum offer with a diverse range of subjects and experiences. We are looking for an strong leader, who will work with leaders, teachers and support staff to drive change, inspire our students to aim high, and provide the support and challenge necessary to achieve this.

You can expect excellent line management, coaching and mentoring from senior leaders, and a close and effective working relationship with Heads of Faculty and Heads of Year.

Paget High School is situated in the Branston area of Burton upon Trent, with easy links to the A38. Our well maintained and equipped buildings are set in beautiful grounds that include an orchard and a working farm. We serve a diverse community of approximately 700 students in Years 7-13. Judged ‘Good’ by Ofsted in 2023, the governors and leadership team are determined that our students receive the best possible education. We provide our staff with excellent ongoing professional development and are careful to consider wellbeing in our decision making.

How to apply

You are welcome to have an informal conversation with a member of the team prior to applying, although this is not a requirement.

Contact office@paget.staffs.sch.uk if you would like to arrange a visit.

Please complete the application form ensuring that you have not omitted any information. There is no need to supply a CV.

Complete your application through the TES. Ensure that you have not omitted any information. CVs will not be considered.

In support of your application, please use the supporting statement to describe your leadership style, including evidence of impact, and how we can ensure our sixth form students receive ‘the best possible education’. This statement should be no more than 1000 words.

Indicative timetable

Closing Date: 9am 10th May 2024

Interviews: 15th May 2024

Paget High School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is subject to satisfactory references, an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, medical check, evidence of qualifications plus verification of the right to work in the UK.

We will endeavour to make any necessary reasonable adjustments to the job and the working environment to enable access to employment opportunities for disabled job applicants or continued employment for any employee who develops a disabling condition.