Teaching and Learning Lead

External applicant would need a specialism in Maths and/or Engineering, to be shortlisted

In line with our leadership model, an exciting opportunity has arisen for a new post within the structure for a

Teaching and Learning Lead at Baxter College, reporting directly to the Headteacher. The Teaching and

Learning Lead will work closely with the Headteacher and Leadership Team to bring about a continuous improvement

in the quality of teaching and learning to ensure excellent outcomes for all students and a coherent approach to

student engagement and learning behaviours.

The core purpose of this role is to provide outstanding professional leadership, maintaining clear vision, purpose and

high expectations focused on raising student progress and achievement. The successful candidate will also work closely

with the Trust Learning Institute to research and develop best practice.

In line with the school development plan, there is an initial two year plan for the Teaching and Learning Lead to

include:

• Embedding existing routines and policy



• Monitoring and quality assure current processes



• Build and develop the quality assurance of current practice



• Using the findings to develop your CPD



• Learning Behaviours/Engagement, collaboration and staff subject development. They will play a key role in ensuring that the continual improvement of the


quality of students' learning is at the top of the business agenda and will be responsible for developing the department

to ensure its long-term success and sustainability.


• A shared commitment to our values and to forming positive working relationships with our community



• Experience of excellent and inspirational teaching from Key Stage 3 up to Key Stage 5



• Commitment to their own professional development and a culture of open professional dialogue



• Passion for combating social disadvantage and generating social capital



• Enthusiasm for innovation in curriculum and assessment.
  
  Being part of Severn Academies Educational Trust enables collaboration with best practice across our schools.


The Trust is committed to harnessing talent and developing its people and as part of this role we would support the

successful applicant to complete NPQ for Senior Leadership (NPQSL) or Leading Teaching Development (LTD)., Please submit application forms via Eteach and provide a rationale of why you feel you would be suitable for the post.

It should be no more than one side of A4, however, it should outline your previous knowledge/experience and why

you are the best candidate for the role. You should also outline which specialisms you are most interested

Baxter College is a genuine learning community that has seen consistent improvement over the last 3 years. It has an

experienced and supportive staff team and a commitment to improving the wellbeing of the team, guided by our

influential staff council. We want all voices to have an active role in our improvement journey. If you are interested

please come and meet us, you will enjoy being here.

For further details of the post, please refer to the job description and person specification available.

Other benefits include:


• Generous Occupational Pension



• Free confidential Employee Health and Well-being service including access to counselling support



• Free confidential employee helpline 24/7



• Incremental pay progression and cost of living increases in line with government policy



• Flexible working arrangements to support colleagues with work-life balance



• Salary Sacrifice Scheme for electric company car


Baxter College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects

staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Safer recruitment practice and pre-employment checks will be

undertaken before any appointment is confirmed. The post is subject to an enhanced clearance by the Disclosure and

Barring Service.

The postholder will demonstrate their commitment to their subject and how they can support the trust in fostering