Head of Department – Maths, English & Adult Skills

  • Programme Leaders, Range 1 - £65,244 - £69,130 - Range 2 - £67,185 - £71,073 per annum
  • Guernsey / Channel Islands
  • Full Time

Job Details

Service Area

Education Services

Grade: – Programme Leaders, Range 1 – £65,244 – £69,130 – Range 2 – £67,185 – £71,073 per annum
Full Time

The States of Guernsey are looking for a Head of Department – Maths, English & Adult Skills, to join the team at The Guernsey Institute College.

Are you an inspiring educator and leader ready to make a real impact in the lives of young people and adult learners? If so, this is your moment! Our thriving, forward thinking organisation is looking for a dynamic, driven, and dedicated Head of English & Maths to lead, innovate, and elevate our department to new heights on our journey to become world class.

As the Head of English & Maths, you will be at the heart of our mission to deliver high quality evidence informed education and transform lives. You’ll lead a passionate team of educators creating a culture of excellence, innovation, and continuous improvement. From shaping curriculum design to driving outstanding results, your leadership will empower and inspire both learners and our people to reach their fullest potential.

Are you an inspiring educator and leader ready to make a real impact in the lives of young people and adult learners? If so, this is your moment! Our thriving, forward thinking organisation is looking for a dynamic, driven, and dedicated Head of English & Maths to lead, innovate, and elevate our department to new heights on our journey to become world class.

As the Head of English & Maths, you will be at the heart of our mission to deliver high quality evidence informed education and transform lives. You’ll lead a passionate team of educators creating a culture of excellence, innovation, and continuous improvement. From shaping curriculum design to driving outstanding results, your leadership will empower and inspire both learners and our people to reach their fullest potential.

Please click on the link below to view a full job description for this role.

Job Description

Contact: Oli Davies, Director of Young People on tel. 07781 197527 or email: oliverd@gcfe.net

We strongly advise that applicants speak to the contact named above before applying for this role. Please do not email a CV to the contact shown above, applications should be submitted online. If you are unable to complete an online application please contact the Recruitment Team.

Closing Date: 16 December 2024

Candidates will need to upload a copy of their most up to date CV detailing full employment, voluntary work, and education history (along with the awarding body of any qualifications).  The CV should include reasons for any gaps in employment.  Candidates should also attach supporting information to demonstrate how they meet the key criteria for the role. The key criteria can be found within the job description which is available by clicking the job description link above. The supporting information provided by candidates will be used by the shortlisting panel when selecting candidates for interview.

Note – Internal applicants are required to inform their Line Manager before applying for any States of Guernsey positions. Internal references may be taken up prior to interview.

The States of Guernsey is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and vulnerable adults.

Appointment to this role will be subject to satisfactory pre-employment checks being received and some candidates will be required to undertake enhanced and additional pre-employment checks.

Should the successful applicant not meet the requirements of the role sufficiently they may be appointed at a lower grade than stated. The successful applicant would then have the opportunity to progress to the grade advertised once the necessary skills and knowledge have been developed and they have demonstrated the ability to undertake the duties at the higher level.

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