Head of Department - Personal Development and World Views

This is an exciting opportunity to join our Academy, where putting students first is a fundamental part of our culture. We strongly believe that positive outcomes for our students come from the professionalism, commitment and passion for excellence displayed by our staff. We are seeking an enthusiastic and motivated teacher who also has excellent leadership skills to lead Personal Development and World Views across Years 9-11. We are looking for someone with the ability to inspire and motivate students and staff; who has a proven track record of driving success and a commitment to ensuring all young people, regardless of background, maximise their potential. The successful applicant will be creative and will actively assist in the further development of Personal Development and World Views within the Academy. Do please come to visit us and see what an exciting opportunity our Academy can offer to a teacher looking to be the best they can be and make a significant contribution to narrowing the gap in achievement and attainment for our students.

Bridgwater & Taunton College Trust is dedicated to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share its commitment. Our mission is that all children achieve. A criminal disclosure check will be requested for any applicant who is offered a position., West Somerset College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share its commitment. Our mission is that all children achieve. A criminal disclosure check will be requested for any applicant who is offered a position.

Please note although we are seeking a full-time colleague, all applications will also be considered, including part-time requests. What we offer:

• Generous local government pension scheme.
• Employee Rewards package - High Street discounts, Staff Wellbeing centre
• A professional leadership development coach
• A Trust wide staff wellbeing policy
• Personalised professional development supported by an exceptional team within the Academy and Trust and driven through our Continual Professional Growth Policy which replaces appraisal and pay progression.
Closing date for applications: Midnight, Friday 9th February 2025. Anticipated interview date: Week beginning 19th February 2025. What the school offers its staff We care about our staff and provide a number of benefits in addition to salary including a positive and supportive working environment, employer pension contribution of at least 23%, generous annual leave entitlement for all-year round staff, on-site gyms, free parking, access to a retail discounts platform and Employee Assistance Programme. Helping you achieve a good work life balance is important to us. Lots of our colleagues work flexibly including part time hours and/or job shares and we are happy to discuss these opportunities with you.