Job Title: Second in Department (Economics)Location: ElstreeContract: PermanentWe at Smart Teachers are seeking a passionate Deputy Head of Acaddemic to join our dedicated faculty at a Girls Secondary School based in Elstree.This role will support two different sites of the school, which is boys and the girls girl’s school. you be supporting the HoD as necessary. The key responsibilities will be established by agreement with the Head of Economics ensuring opportunities for the appointed candidate to draw on areas of their own interest and enthusiasm, which may include areas such as mentoring a new member of staff, development of resources for the curriculum /intranet/ website, outreach events and coordination of co-curricular activities in Economics. They will be supported with regular meetings with the Head of Economics.Main Responsibilities:Develop pedagogy within the subject area alongside the Head of Department.Keep abreast of developments in curriculum.Assist in the setting, marking and analysis of internal assessments.Develop and lead partnership activities within the department.Coordinate co-curricular activities within the department.Organise and coordinate activities in Economics.Deputise for the Head of Department when necessary, for example at Curriculum Leaders meetings.Have a thorough understanding of health and safety in the department, as well as key policies and implement them to a high standard.What the school are looking Look For:Strong passion for the subject and its energetic and accessible delivery in the classroom.Strong interpersonal and communication skills.Ability to deliver engaging and inclusive lessons that support, stretch and challenge pupils of all backgrounds, abilities, needs and dispositions.Ability to communicate effectively with staff, students, parents and the community.Ability to set high standards and to provide a positive role model for students.Ability to work with others, motivate and be creative.The capacity to work accurately under pressure with attention to detail and adapt to unfamiliar situations.What the school offers:Competitive salary dependent on experience.The school is a member of the Teachers’ Pension SchemeFree lunches and refreshments.Free use of the state-of-the-art sports centres, including fitness suite, swimming pool and squash courts.A strong commitment to professional development, with a substantial budget for wholeschool training and individual courses.Group Life Assurance (4 x salary).Tax free bicycles for work through the Cycle to Work Scheme.Annual flu vaccination.Employee Assistance ProgrammeAbout usWe are a market-leading education supply agency committed to t
