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Head of PE¿Todo listo para enviar su solicitud? Asegúrese de comprender todas las responsabilidades y tareas asociadas a este puesto antes de continuar.Want to work in a dynamic international school in Spain where sport, wellbeing, and student development are at the heart of everything? We're looking for a new Head of PE to lead our thriving department!Purpose of RoleThe purpose of the Head of Department (HOD) role is to provide strategic leadership and management for their specific academic department, ensuring the development and delivery of a high-quality, coherent curriculum that aligns with educational standards and school goals. This role involves mentoring and supporting department staff, managing resources effectively, and implementing robust assessment practices to monitor student progress. The HOD works closely with Deputy Heads of Secondary to ensure departmental initiatives and policies align with the broader objectives of the school, fostering a collaborative environment that promotes continuous improvement and academic excellence.Key ResponsibilitiesMake regular learning visits to their classrooms and carry out follow up Learning Conversations with them.Encourage colleagues to engage in the Leading the Learning process, potentially as a result of a drop‑in visit.Analyse the Learning Visit data for your area of responsibility and produce action plans to support improvements that include staff learning sessions.Directly line manage teaching staff within your department, including conducting and reviewing Teacher Learning Self‑Evaluations (TLSE) and setting targets for getting better.Write an annual Improvement Plan for your area of responsibility including three SMART targets to improve learning and teaching which are reviewed at the end of the cycle.Gather evidence of the 9 Criteria from the Learning Improvement Process.Oversee the development and evaluation of curriculum resources in consultation with staff.Help prepare, facilitate and deliver staff insets and CPD (Continuing Professional Development) training to your team.Provide ongoing support to teachers, especially those new to the school to ensure a smooth and thorough induction process for new staff in your Department.Help your Department design inspirational learning environments to showcase and inspire amazing learning.Review GL and MAP/other baseline assessment data regularly.Use a tracking system in iSAMS (with an agreed expectation of number of data points).Analyse assessment and reporting data and determine interventions that are tracked and reviewed termly.Feedback post official exam/assessment analysis and actions that are also to be included as part of at least one target in the DIP (Department Improvement Plan).Manage, develop and evaluate the subject curriculum to ensure it meets educational standards and goals.Keep abreast of new initiatives and changes in the curriculum area, effectively communicating updates to staff.Prepare for Heads of Department (HODs) meetings and other staff meetings as required by the Head of Secondary.Work closely with primary school counterparts to align the curriculum vertically, ensuring coherence and continuity across key stages.Ensure essential support for learning by coordinating effectively with EAL (English as an Additional Language) and SEN (Special Educational Needs) coordinators.Ensure you have clearly mapped and sequenced how your school’s Life Competencies will be learned, taught and assessed across your area of responsibility.During subject lessons, as part of the PSHE/Pastoral curriculum, during co‑curricular activities ensure students know how to assess and evidence their life competencies.Ensure students can talk about and demonstrate how they are getting better in their life competencies, adjusting learning in response to feedback.Know ISP’s key principles and concepts for language learning of multilingual students.Be able to identify and address multilingual students’ needs in small group settings.Understand the importance of personalised and targeted learning design and assessment for students whose native language is not the language of instruction.Ensure you have identified and mapped a range of international learning opportunities across your area of responsibility that develop life competencies and intercultural understanding.Identify and map opportunities for students to learn about Future Pathways that relate to your area of responsibility.Support students to make informed choices about their Future Pathways at key points in their education.Prepare and deliver Parent Information sessions related to the curriculum area.Communicate frequently with parents, sharing updates and news relevant to the department, and hold monthly virtual meetings for parental involvement.Support the team in creating appropriate displays that showcase curriculum‑related learning.Contribute to the Head of School’s Weekly Newsflash as appropriate, sharing updates and successes in the curriculum area.Actively promote and participate in Student Life activities beyond the classroom.Represent the school positively at all times, both within and outside the school environment.Contribute monthly through video or writing for the school's social media and news flash.Ensure resources, stock and equipment are well‑maintained and used efficiently.Ensure appropriate equipping and systematic resource allocation within the subject area while managing resources within an allocated budget.Implement and maintain a computer‑based inventory of curriculum resources.Produce, implement, review and monitor school policies related to the curriculum area.Maintain associated assessment records in accordance with school policy.Qualifications and ExperienceQualified Teacher Status (QTS).Degree or equivalent in relevant subjects.Good up‑to‑date subject knowledge and practical skills.Successful secondary teaching experience.Evidence of successfully leading and sustaining whole‑school initiatives.Ability to motivate children of differing abilities.Knowledge of the National Curriculum and exam specifications.Knowledge of effective teaching and learning strategies.Ability to work under pressure and prioritise effectively.Enthusiasm and a passion for learning.A commitment to getting the best outcomes for all staff, pupils and parents and promoting the ethos and values of the school.An approachable manner and excellent interpersonal skills.ISP Leadership CompetenciesCollaboration – takes an active part in leading their school or region; is cooperative and a genuine team player, developing positive, supportive relationships with colleagues to solve problems and maximise opportunities.Learning & Getting Better – continually demonstrates personal commitment and passion for learning and getting better, supporting others in their continual learning, development and growth.Innovation Leadership – is good at creating an environment where ideas for learning initiatives and services are generated and can motivate and inspire others through the process of creation through to completion.Outcome driven – can be counted on to find solutions, consistently looking to exceed goals and focused on KPIs.Resilience – can deal with setbacks and challenges calmly and effectively.Community Focus – is committed to meeting and exceeding the needs and expectations of our students and their families.Integrity & Ethical Management – has the ability to work ethically and with integrity, helps others feel valued, upholds and models the ISP Vision, Purpose and Principles.CommitmentsISP is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All post holders are subject to appropriate vetting procedures, including an online due diligence search, references and satisfactory Criminal Background Checks or equivalent covering the previous 10 years’ employment history.ISP is committed to strengthening our inclusive culture by identifying, hiring, developing and retaining high‑performing teammates regardless of gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation, gender expression, age, disability status, neurodivergence, socio‑economic background or other demographic characteristics. xcskxlj Candidates who share our vision and principles and are interested in contributing to the success of ISP through this role are strongly encouraged to apply.#J-18808-Ljbffr
