Job Description

HORNSEY SCHOOL FOR GIRLS PERSON SPECIFICATION -
HoD Experience and Qualifications:
1. Qualified teacher status
2. A first degree or higher degree in the subject
3. Evidence of recent and relevant training or INSET relevant to the post 4. To enjoy teaching and to be a successful teacher able to model good teaching to others by acquiring, at minimum ,an equivalent of an OfSTED grade of 'good' for learning and teaching
Professional Skills, Knowledge and Awareness
5. To demonstrate a clear understanding of relevant leadership and management issues, including managing and leading a team of people to work towards a common goal
6. To demonstrate a commitment to the Hornsey School for Girls Vision and to teaching girls and young women, with a range of abilities, and in an urban environment, recognising the importance of social inclusion
7. To understand the importance of monitoring staff and being accountable for subject outcomes
8. To be aware of current statutory and educational developments in relation to the post, including the SEN Code of Practice
9. To demonstrate a sound understanding of the qualities of good teaching and effective learning, including different teaching and learning styles, and how these apply to raising student attainment
10. To demonstrate skills in data analysis and making use of data to inform planning
11. To demonstrate a working knowledge of strategic planning, including the importance of effective monitoring and evaluation strategies
12. To evidence a commitment to enhancing the professional development of self and others' and to coaching and mentoring staff
Personal Qualities:
13. Understand the importance of emotional intelligence in managing oneself and others and an ability to maintain professional integrity even when under pressure
14. An enjoyment for working in new and changing situations, steering the vision through from beginning to end
15. Good decision making skills, the ability to identify and implement solutions to problems