Head of Sociology

We are seeking an innovative, experienced, well qualified teacher to lead the Sociology department at Rydens Enterprise School & Sixth Form College. This is a unique opportunity for a talented and ambitious professional to join our team in this new dynamic Partnership Trust. We are looking for an inspirational leader who is committed to bringing out the best in every student. 

We are looking for excellent role models in teaching and learning, ability to plan, maintain and develop outstanding teaching and learning, a high level of ICT skills and experience of using these in the classroom to enhance learning, the experience of leading, coaching and managing staff, a commitment to all students receiving an outstanding educational experience and the awareness of the need to monitor and support the progress of all students, with timely interventions, is vital. 

We can offer an outstanding professional development programme, a successful, supportive and highly strategic Senior Leadership Team, an opportunity to be part of a dynamic developing organisation and an excellent benefits package.

We are looking for:

• Excellent role models in teaching and learning
• Ability to plan, maintain and develop outstanding teaching and learning
• A high level of ICT skills and experience of using these in the classroom to enhance learning
• The experience of leading, coaching and managing staff
• A commitment to all students receiving an outstanding educational experience
• The awareness of the need to monitor and support the progress of all students, with timely interventions, is vital  

Rydens Enterprise School and Sixth Form College (RES) is an 11-18 mixed comprehensive academy serving principally the areas of Walton on Thames, Hersham and Molesey. The school is well situated with access to both the A3 and M25, as well as being within walking distance of both Walton on Thames and Hersham stations.

RES is at a very exciting time in its development. RES has been working in close partnership with The Howard Partnership Trust (THPT) since Easter 2016 and RES formally joined THPT in September 2016. RES is currently on a rapid improvement journey and has already benefited in many areas from the strategic direction provided by THPT to support the school in moving forwards.

This support was recognised in the Ofsted report from June 2016 after THPT had been leading the school for only 7 weeks:

• ‘Current leaders, in conjunction with THPT, have already brought about rapid improvements’
• ‘There is a genuine passion and commitment among leaders to develop an inclusive learning culture with high expectations for the achievement of all pupils’
• ‘Pupils conduct themselves well around the school and enjoy positive and supportive relationships with their teachers and with each other’

The new school build currently underway and due for completion late 2017 will also support us in delivering the best possible experience for students at RES into the future. The main school itself will have state of the art, specialist facilities that include a full range of specialist classrooms for science and technology subjects, dedicated quiet study areas , six court sports hall, fitness suite, dance studio, separate gym, theatre space, … AND MUCH MORE!

Tours to the school are warmly welcomed and can be arranged by calling 01372 455796.

Please note we do not accept CVs.

For more information and to apply, please visit our website.

Closing date: Sunday 14 May 2017

Interview date: week commencing Monday 15 May or sooner by mutual agreement

Employment is subject to a satisfactory enhanced disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). 

THPT is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.