We are seeking a dedicated House Leader to join our team.

PROFESSIONAL QUALIFICATIONS AND LEARNING

GCSE English and mathematics - Essential
Good level 3 qualifications such as A-Levels - Desirable
Good level 3 qualifications such as A-Levels - Desirable
Good degree or relevant vocational qualification - Desirable
Level 3 safeguarding training - Desirable
Experience as a DDSL - Desirable

EXPERIENCE

Ability to set clear vision and direction with appropriate implementation planning - Essential
Ability to deliver consistently high-quality lessons to students of all ages and abilities - Essential
Proven record of establishing and maintaining cultures of inclusion and belonging rooted in relational practice - Essential
Proven commitment to continued professional development and a readiness to reflect and self-evaluate to change, improve and develop - Essential
Good knowledge of current educational developments and initiatives - Essential
An understanding of the ways children learn and how individual needs may be assessed and met - Essential
An understanding of the strategies needed to establish consistently high aspirations and academic / behavioural standards and a commitment to relentlessly implementing these strategies.- Essential
Experience of delivering staff training and undertaking the professional development of other professionals - Essential
Clear and robust understanding of all the frameworks and expectations which inform the role - Essential
Experience of having designed, implemented and evaluated ambitious and impactful change-management projects - Desirable
Experience of leading a team in the development and implementation of initiatives - Desirable

SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE AND CAPABILITY

Excellent interpersonal and listening skills and a high degree of emotional intelligence - Essential
A proven ability to use data confidently to inform and diagnose weaknesses that need addressing, and an ability to plan effectively - Essential
The ability to develop positive relationships with all young people - Essential
An effective leadership and management style that encourages participation, innovation and develops colleagues’ confidence - Essential
The ability to lead, coach and motivate staff within a performance management framework, providing professional development and effectively challenging and managing any underperformance, whilst developing the leadership skills of others - Essential
Well-developed planning and organising skills including time management, prioritisation, delegation and administration - Essential
A clear passion for education and inclusion - Essential
The ability to enthuse and inspire others - Essential
Passion, resilience, maturity and optimism to lead through day-to-day challenges while maintaining a clear strategic vision and direction. Confidence and self-motivation to work well and be decisive under pressure - Essential
A high level of honesty and integrity - Essential
A firm and constant belief in the unlimited potential of every student and a commitment to inclusive educational provision - Essential
A relentless approach to securing the improvement of provision for young people - Essential
Committed to teamwork and working collaboratively with colleagues within the school and across the Trust - Essential
A commitment to the safeguarding and welfare of all students - Essential
Dartmoor Multi Academy Trust is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applicants from all backgrounds to apply.
We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.
All schools in The Dartmoor Multi Academy Trust are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
The successful candidate will be required to undertake an Enhanced Disclosure via the Disclosure Barring Service (DBS).
‘This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (2013 and 2020). This means that certain convictions and cautions are considered ‘protected’ and do not need to be disclosed to employers, and if they are disclosed, employers cannot take them into account. Guidance about whether a conviction or caution should be disclosed can be found on the Ministry of Justice website: https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/new-guidance-on-the-rehabilitation-of-offenders-act-1974.’
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Training Details:
Location: Central Head Office (Wardhayes) 8 Simmons Way, Okehampton, EX20 1PY
Purpose: To provide comprehensive training on company policies, procedures, and systems necessary for successful integration into the role.
Training Schedule: Daily sessions from 9am to 4pm, with breaks provided.

SUMMARY OF ROLE:

The Head of House is responsible for setting and ensuring high standards of behaviour and for leading a positive culture of learning and inclusion which enables every young person to have a strong sense of belonging and care. They ensure high standards of personal tutoring and supportive academic mentoring. They are also responsible for ensuring clear connections between curriculum outcomes and inclusion so that there is an holistic understanding of a young person’s experience and how they are best enabled to be successful.
They develop and ensure a strong House ethos through assemblies, cultural events and competitions as well as community service within the school and beyond. Heads of House create and drive strong, trusting relationship with families and the community and ensure that the school is an inclusive and welcoming place where all young people are valued and are able to flourish.

MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

This job description is not a comprehensive definition of the post. Discussions will take place on a regular basis to clarify individual responsibilities within the general framework and character of the post as identified below.
You may be required to carry out any other duties within the capacity which the Employer may reasonably require.

Core duties and purpose:

• Contribute to the values and beliefs of the school and the Trust
• Provide strategic leadership and vision to the House
• Be responsible for the operational leadership and management of the House, its staff and students, in line with policies and procedures
• Consistently role-model and uphold a relational approach and hold colleagues to high standards in their own practice
• Develop a strong House identity and ethos which actively creates a sense of belonging and pride and which celebrates diversity and inclusion.
• Contribute to whole School self-evaluation and ensure that House plans are in line with School expectations
• Ensure smooth transition from year 6 into year 7 and between key stages
• Lead House assemblies and use these as a powerful vehicle for setting expectations, building culture and sharing key messages.
• Act as a powerful advocate for young people in the school and in the wider community
• Work closely with Academic Directors and their teams to ensure a clear synergy between the work of the inclusion teams and the curriculum teams to support all young people to be successful
• To monitor and track multiple data points which expose the quality of inclusion across curriculum planning and implementation.