Director of Co-Curriculum

Director of Co-Curriculum

Location
: Oxford

Salary:
Competitive

The College School, founded in 1480 by William of Waynflete, is one of the country’s leading independent day schools. It is situated in an enviable location at the heart of Oxford beside the River Cherwell. Shaped by its Christian Collegiate foundation and links with the university city of which it is part, it aims to inspire in all its pupils a desire to learn, flourish and to serve.

The Role

The school is seeking to appoint a highly qualified, experienced and inspirational Director of Co-Curriculum to lead and manage the development of the co-curricular programme.

The Director of Co-Curriculum will have a proven track record of commitment to and an understanding of co-curricular activities, along with experience of managing, coordinating and developing the work of teaching and support staff.

As a member of the school’s Extended Leadership Team, they will attend meetings as appropriate, play a key role in contributing to the development of whole school strategy and provide relevant contributions to the school’s Strategic Development Plan, relevant annual development plan and inspection documentation and preparation.

The role attracts a timetable remission of around one third and is not subject-specific. Given the scope of the role it is expected that the postholder will seek promotion to Deputy Headship in due course.

Please see the attached ‘Recruitment Pack (Director of Co-Curriculum)’ for a detailed explanation of the Key responsibilities, including organisational and general responsibilities.

Skills and Qualifications

The successful candidate will:

• take a keen interest in the welfare of pupils and show clear commitment to safeguarding children
• be a well-qualified graduate
• have a clear, inclusive and innovative vision for the co-curriculum, an appreciation of the importance of co-curricular activities within their provision, and an understanding of the importance of the co-curriculum for current and prospective parents
• have experience in a leadership role, with clear evidence of positive strategic and operational impact in that role
• understand pupils well and be passionate about their wellbeing and their personal and social development
• ideally, have the confidence to lead CPD sessions
• ideally, have experience of managing teams of colleagues
• have the ability to coordinate and support the work of colleagues at all levels
• be open-minded, and have the ability to manage change and the capacity and willingness to work flexibly, including beyond the specific remit of this role, as an active member of the Extended Leadership Team
• contribute fully to other areas of school life, such as games, music, drama, CCF or other activities
• show sensitivity and discretion,
• have a high profile/high visibility and a sense of humour
• have strong IT skills, including data handling and analysis
• have outstanding interpersonal skills and strong leadership qualities
• have excellent written and spoken communication skills and communicate effectively with pupils, parents, staff and the local community
• have the ability to work collaboratively and effectively as part of a wider team;
• display a high level of attention to detail
• be willing to take part in continuing professional development
• respond positively to feedback.
• plan and teach lessons in an engaging manner with evident enthusiasm
• support the progress of all pupils studying by taking a role in departmental support, enrichment and partnerships sessions
• set clear expectations for pupil behaviour within an encouraging classroom environment
• work hard to support pupil progress

The Director of Co-Curriculum will report to the Usher, and ultimately to the Master, for the proper discharge of his or her duties.

To Apply

If you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for this reputable College School, please click apply to complete your application.