Deputy Head Academic

Inspired Education

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Develop and implement the school's academic vision with the Executive Principal (EP) and SLT.

• Lead the academic direction of the school in the Head of School's absence.

• Set and maintain high academic standards aligned with the school's ethos.

• Oversee curriculum development, academic policies, and improvement plans.

• Use data to monitor academic progress, set goals, and plan future improvements.

• Provide professional development and guidance to staff to improve teaching quality.

• Deliver teaching duties as a role model for excellence, including curriculum planning and support for staff.

• Lead academic interventions, support planning, and mentor less experienced staff.

• Communicate academic targets and student progress to parents and carers effectively.

• Build strong relationships with parents, carers, and the community to support academic goals.

• Monitor teaching quality, student outcomes, and curriculum standards.

• Manage timetabling, duty rotas, and academic organization in collaboration with the EP.

• Assist in staff recruitment, performance management, and resource planning.

• Maintain high standards of student behavior and support staff in fostering discipline.

• Lead academic enrichment activities, after-school programs, and community initiatives.

• Continuously improve personal teaching and leadership skills through training and appraisals.

• Stay updated on educational trends and best practices.

• Ensure high academic standards and accountability to stakeholders.

• Support safeguarding policies and promote the welfare of students and staff.